FDA Warns of Possible Sudden Hearing Loss for Cialis, Levitra, Viagra

by admin on April 20, 2010

WASHINGTON, DC The US Food and Drug Administration has approved labeling changes for erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs in the class that includes Cialis, Levitra, and Viagra to display more prominently the potential risk of sudden hearing loss, and to guide consumers on what to do if they experience sudden problems with their hearing.
In addition, the [...]

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