Aerosmith singer enters rehab

December 24, 2009


Steven Tyler has reportedly checked into rehab for an addiction to painkillers.
Los Angeles (WiredPRNews.com) – Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler has reportedly checked into a rehab center. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the singer entered the facility due to a painkiller addiction to a medication used to treat previous performance injuries.
Tyler, 61, is quoted […]

Ibuprofen a Better Painkiller for Broken Arms in Children

August 19, 2009


A new study suggests the over-the-counter medication is better for children with broken arms than a powerful prescription medication.
Press Release Service – Wired PR News – A new study suggests Ibuprofen is better for pain management during a child’s recovery from a broken arm than a powerful prescription drug combination. As reported by the Associated […]

FDA Votes on Decreasing Painkiller Dosage Recommendations

July 1, 2009


The agency considers a vote regarding lowering recommended dosages for widely used painkillers.
Wired PR News – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will consider lowering the maximum dosage for widely used over the counter painkillers such as acetaminophen. As reported by the Associated Press (AP) on StarTribune.com, a panel assembled by the agency will discuss […]

Migraine Pain May Worsen With Painkiller Overuse

December 27, 2008


New evidence suggests that pain medicine taken improperly may escalate problems with migraines.
Wired PR News.com — Taking too much medicine for migraines may pose a bigger issue for patients. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), research suggests that overuse of pain medicine including prescriptions such as narcotics, can increase the risk of chronic migraines, […]

 
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