Background Limbrel (flavocoxid) is an anti-inflammatory agent comprised mostly of flavonoids such as baicalin and catechin that is prescribed to manage the metabolic processes associated with osteoarthritis. This supplement has traditionally been classified and marketed as a "medical food," which is defined by the Orphan Drug Act as: "a food … [Read more...]
Synvisc-One Knee Injections Recall Due To Contamination
Background Information Sanofi Genzyme, the manufacturer of Synvisc-One Knee Injections, has initiated a voluntary urgent recall of one lot of the injections due to a microbial contamination. Synvisc-One is a hyaluronic acid gel that is injected into the knee. It helps treat symptoms of arthritis by cushioning and lubricating the joint, and is … [Read more...]