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Erectile dysfunction: Viagra, Cialis and Levitra may be associated with visual loss
Hyponatremia associated with SSRI antidepressants in older adults
Paroxetine may cause adverse outcomes in neonates when used during pregnancy
Advanced breast cancer: Herceptin cardiotoxicity is often reversible
Implantable defibrillators may increase heart failure risk
Drug-induced hepatotoxicity: Acetaminophen, Ketek
Regular use of COX-2 inhibitors associated with increased risk fornon-Hodgkin lymphoma
Exubera: no evidence available of an additional therapeutic benefit
Vioxx: myocardial infarction can occur within the first two weeks of use
RUTH trial: Raloxifene linked to increased risk of venous thromboembolism and fatal stroke
Sibutramine linked to QT interval prolongation
Salmeterol can worsen asthma symptoms
Epilepsy: Valproate linked to high risk for fetal death and birth defects
Combined use of triptans and antidepressants may result in life-threatening serotonin syndrome
First trimester of pregnancy: ACE inhibitors linked to increased risk of birth defects
Acomplia may be dangerous for women of reproductive age
Sibutramine shouldn't be used in combination with SSRI antidepressants due to a possible risk of serotonin syndrome
