Posted by Brenda Fulmer
Monday, May 9, 2011
Bayer's Beyaz -- Cause for Shame, Not Celebration
Below is a blog created by an Attorney in Florida. Please read the article.There is some good information.
http://westpalmbeach.injuryboard.com/fda-and-prescription-drugs/bayers-beyaz-cause-for-shame-not-celebration.aspx?googleid=284736
The days of trusting in our Doctor's to do what is in the best interest of the patient has passed us by long ago..
The days of trusting in our Doctor's to do what is in the best interest of the patient has passed us by long ago. Now is the age where we as patients must take our health into our own hands. These are the days that the pharmacuetical companies advertise medications like they are some sort of merchandise. Today we see an add on TV for what ever the newest craze in medicine is and we think we need that pill/cream or med. Since when does the general public become M.D'S. I am asking for each and every person to understand a pill isn't going to cure everything. You may have acne or some other minor problem and because we have seen that add on TV we assume we NEED that pill .
When you have information and knoweldge that is needed information and you choose not to share. You are just as bad as those who make the money from these drugs. I understand the risk vs. benefit part of birth control and I am not saying not to use these meds. What I am saying is know what you are putting in your body. Educated yourself with the risks and make and informed decision. There are alot of options out there that have less of a risk.
Last but not least PLEASE DON"T BE AFRAID TO QUESTION YOUR DOCTOR...
As always love you and God Bless you!!
When you have information and knoweldge that is needed information and you choose not to share. You are just as bad as those who make the money from these drugs. I understand the risk vs. benefit part of birth control and I am not saying not to use these meds. What I am saying is know what you are putting in your body. Educated yourself with the risks and make and informed decision. There are alot of options out there that have less of a risk.
Last but not least PLEASE DON"T BE AFRAID TO QUESTION YOUR DOCTOR...
As always love you and God Bless you!!
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Below is a link that NBC 12 on your side reported on.
The information on the below link is interesting.
http://www.nbc12.com/story/14493830/bayer-affirms-benefit-risk-profile-of-its-oral-contraceptives?clienttype=printable
http://www.nbc12.com/story/14493830/bayer-affirms-benefit-risk-profile-of-its-oral-contraceptives?clienttype=printable
ParaGard
Risks
By Mayo Clinic staffSide effects associated with ParaGard include:
- Cramps
- Severe menstrual pain and heavy bleeding
- Breakthrough bleeding
- Nausea
- Anemia
- Backache
- Painful sex
- Inflammation of the vagina (vaginitis)
- Vaginal discharge
- An itchy rash
- Have never been pregnant
- Have heavy or prolonged periods
- Have severe menstrual pain
- Previously expelled an IUD
- Are younger than age 20
- Had ParaGard inserted immediately after childbirth or an abortion
An estimated 1 out of 100 women who use ParaGard for one year will get pregnant. If you do conceive while using ParaGard, you're at higher risk of an ectopic pregnancy — when the fertilized egg implants outside the uterus, usually in a fallopian tube. Removing ParaGard during pregnancy poses a risk of miscarriage. However, the risks of leaving ParaGard in place during pregnancy are greater, including miscarriage, premature delivery, infection and septic shock.
Friday, May 6, 2011
Seasonique Oral Contraceptive (Part 2) Sorry too many side effects for one post
Seasonique Oral Side Effects
Nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach cramping/bloating, dizziness, vaginal discomfort/irritation, increased vaginal fluids, or breast tenderness/enlargement may occur. Acne may improve or get worse. Vaginal bleeding between periods (spotting) may occur, especially during the first few months of use. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor promptly.
You should not have your period during the 3 months that you are taking the combination pills. Instead, you will have your period once every 3 months during the week that you are taking the estrogen-only pills. This effect is normal with this product. However, if you do not have your period while taking the estrogen-only pills, contact your doctor for a pregnancy test.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: changes in vaginal bleeding (e.g., continuous spotting, sudden heavy bleeding, missed periods while taking the estrogen-only pills), problem wearing contact lenses, dark patches on the skin (melasma), unwanted facial/body hair, swelling of the ankles/feet/hands, weight changes (gain or loss).
This medication may rarely cause serious (sometimes fatal) problems from blood clots (e.g., pulmonary embolism, stroke, heart attack). Seek immediate medical attention if you experience: sudden shortness of breath, chest/jaw/left arm pain, confusion, coughing up blood, sudden dizziness/fainting, pain/swelling/warmth in the groin/calf, tingling/weakness/numbness in the arms/legs, headaches that are different from those you may have experienced in the past (e.g., headaches with other symptoms such as vision changes/lack of coordination, existing migraines becoming worse, sudden/very severe headaches), slurred speech, weakness on one side of the body, vision problems/changes.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: lumps in the breast, severe stomach/abdominal/pelvic pain, mental/mood changes (e.g., depression, suicidal thoughts, persistent trouble sleeping), unusual tiredness, dark urine, yellowing eyes/skin.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
In the US -
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
You should not have your period during the 3 months that you are taking the combination pills. Instead, you will have your period once every 3 months during the week that you are taking the estrogen-only pills. This effect is normal with this product. However, if you do not have your period while taking the estrogen-only pills, contact your doctor for a pregnancy test.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: changes in vaginal bleeding (e.g., continuous spotting, sudden heavy bleeding, missed periods while taking the estrogen-only pills), problem wearing contact lenses, dark patches on the skin (melasma), unwanted facial/body hair, swelling of the ankles/feet/hands, weight changes (gain or loss).
This medication may rarely cause serious (sometimes fatal) problems from blood clots (e.g., pulmonary embolism, stroke, heart attack). Seek immediate medical attention if you experience: sudden shortness of breath, chest/jaw/left arm pain, confusion, coughing up blood, sudden dizziness/fainting, pain/swelling/warmth in the groin/calf, tingling/weakness/numbness in the arms/legs, headaches that are different from those you may have experienced in the past (e.g., headaches with other symptoms such as vision changes/lack of coordination, existing migraines becoming worse, sudden/very severe headaches), slurred speech, weakness on one side of the body, vision problems/changes.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: lumps in the breast, severe stomach/abdominal/pelvic pain, mental/mood changes (e.g., depression, suicidal thoughts, persistent trouble sleeping), unusual tiredness, dark urine, yellowing eyes/skin.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
In the US -
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
Seasonique Oral Interactions
Some products that may interact with this drug include: aromatase inhibitors (e.g., anastrazole, exemestane), raloxifene, sodium tetradecyl sulfate, tamoxifen, medication for underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), drugs that may increase blood levels of this drug (such as acetaminophen, vitamin C, atorvastatin, azole antifungals such as itraconazole/ketoconazole/vaginal miconazole).
Some drugs may cause hormonal birth control to work less well by decreasing the amount of birth control hormones in your body. This effect can result in pregnancy. Examples include griseofulvin, modafinil, rifamycins (such as rifampin, rifabutin), St. John's wort, drugs used to treat seizures (such as barbiturates, carbamazepine, felbamate, phenytoin, primidone, topiramate), HIV drugs (such as nelfinavir, nevirapine, ritonavir), among others.
Tell your doctor when you start any new drug, and discuss if you should use additional reliable birth control. Also tell your doctor if you have any new spotting or breakthrough bleeding, because these may be signs that your birth control is not working well.
This drug can speed up or slow down the removal of other drugs from your body by affecting certain liver enzymes. These affected drugs include acetaminophen, aspirin, certain beta blockers (e.g., metoprolol), clofibrate, cyclosporine, morphine, corticosteroids such as prednisolone, certain benzodiazepines such as lorazepam/temazepam, and theophylline, among others. If you are currently using any of these medications listed above, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting this medication.
This medication can affect the results of certain lab tests (e.g., blood tests for clotting factors, thyroid). Make sure laboratory personnel and all your doctors know you use this medication.
Some drugs may cause hormonal birth control to work less well by decreasing the amount of birth control hormones in your body. This effect can result in pregnancy. Examples include griseofulvin, modafinil, rifamycins (such as rifampin, rifabutin), St. John's wort, drugs used to treat seizures (such as barbiturates, carbamazepine, felbamate, phenytoin, primidone, topiramate), HIV drugs (such as nelfinavir, nevirapine, ritonavir), among others.
Tell your doctor when you start any new drug, and discuss if you should use additional reliable birth control. Also tell your doctor if you have any new spotting or breakthrough bleeding, because these may be signs that your birth control is not working well.
This drug can speed up or slow down the removal of other drugs from your body by affecting certain liver enzymes. These affected drugs include acetaminophen, aspirin, certain beta blockers (e.g., metoprolol), clofibrate, cyclosporine, morphine, corticosteroids such as prednisolone, certain benzodiazepines such as lorazepam/temazepam, and theophylline, among others. If you are currently using any of these medications listed above, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting this medication.
This medication can affect the results of certain lab tests (e.g., blood tests for clotting factors, thyroid). Make sure laboratory personnel and all your doctors know you use this medication.
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