Protonix Linked to Hip Fractures. Protonix (generic: pantoprazole) is just one of a few antacid medications that are called proton pump inhibitors. Other common proton pump inhibitor drugs include Aciphex, Nexium, Prevacid and Prilosec. Protonix is manufactured by Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories and gained FDA approval in 2000.
Secret Service. The U.S. Secret Service (USSS) is a government agency charged with preventing counterfeiting and protecting the president of the United States, other high-ranking government officials, and presidential candidates. From its establishment in 1865 until March 1, 2003, the Secret Service was housed within the Treasury Department.
Noun. 1. Selective Service System-an independent federal agency that administers compulsory military service. Selective Service, SSS. independent agency-an agency of the United States government that is created by an act of Congress and is independent of the executive departments.oun. 1. Selective Service System-an independent federal agency that administers compulsory military service. Selective Service, SSS. independent agency-an agency of the United States government that is created by an act of Congress and is independent of the executive departments.