Chicago Personal Injury Lawyer - FDA & Prescription Drugs

Serious Side Effects Including Death Related to Yas and Yasmin Birth Control Pills

Jamie G. Goldstein — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 11:44:46 GMT

Most prescription medications, if not all, come with their share of side effects. Recently, however, one prescription has been noticed in both the medical and legal community for the extensive side effects that it has caused. The birth control pill Yaz or Yasmin has now been linked to blood clots, pulmonary embolism, stroke, heart attack, gallbladder problems and other injuries. There are of course milder side effects that are perfectly normal, such as a decrease in sex drive, headaches, decrease in appetite, nausea, and weight gain. However, if these side effects persist, or begin to develop in more serious symptoms, then seeking medical and legal help is not only the intelligent choice, but should be made quickly after these symptoms begin.

Yaz is also catching flak in the legal community for a misleading and false advertising campaign. This false advertising campaign has caused many women to face irreversible side effects, triggering multiple federal law suits. The Yaz campaign made false claims about the drugs benefit to it’s users, and also shielded the advertisements from discussions of the serious side effects such as blood clots. As a result of these ad campaigns women began taking the pill without full knowledge of the health risks that were associated with the drug.

The reason why Yaz is causing such life threatening injuries to women is that the drug contains a synthetic type of progestin labeled as drospirenone. Drospirenonne is a progestin that leads to hyperkalemia, a condition that is triggered by excessive amounts of potassium in the blood. This build up is one of the many causes of the Yaz side effects such as heart attacks, stroke, and deep vein thrombosis.

With the false advertising and dangerous elements contained within the Yaz birth control medication, many women are finding these side effects serious and in need of medical attention. Medical attention that should be compensated by the company, Bayer, who produced Yaz and the Yaz advertising campaign. If you, or anyone you know, is taking the Yaz birth control medication and suffering from these side effects, please contact legal and medical support immediately. Being safe begins with being informed.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

Numerous Side Effects Related to HydroxyCut

Jamie G. Goldstein — Mon, 04 May 2009 15:26:08 GMT

The recent recall of Hydroxycut has once again reminded the public of the danger of weight loss medications. Over the past several years, there have been scores of advertisements enticing consumers to take non-prescription supplements to aid them in weight loss. Once again, we are seeing that when it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Unfortunately, the manufacturer of Hydroxycut, as many of these manufacturers do, preyed on the unsuspecting public and may have caused many severe harm.

As a result of Iovate Health Sciences failure to put a safe weight loss supplement on the market, it has possibly caused many unsuspecting people side effects such as liver failure, jaundice, heart complications, kidney problems, brown urine, as well as others. Currently there has been one confirmed death of a 19 year old boy. Due to the recall being recently announced, there may very well be additional deaths that have yet to be reported.

The consumers that are suffering from these complications had a right to be warned about the dangers of Hydroxycut before taking it. If you took Hydroxycut and believe you are suffering from complications as a result, contact your physician immediately. You should make sure you discuss how long you have taken Hydroxycut and any possible side effects you may be suffering from as a result. You should also contact an attorney, as you may be able to file a claim and be compensated for any injuries you have suffered.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

FDA Announces Hydroxycut Recall

Jamie G. Goldstein — Fri, 01 May 2009 19:11:02 GMT

The FDA announced today that people using Hydroxycut products should discontinue use immediately. Hydroxycut has been linked to liver problems, including liver failure. There has been at least one reported death related to the product. There have also been reports of seizures, muscle damage, kidney failure, cardiovascular problems and other serious health problems related to taking Hydroxycut.

Anyone who is taking Hydroxycut should stop and seek medical attention if they are experiencing any of the above side effects. Some of the symptoms of liver failure include jaundice, brown urine, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, abdominal pain, weakness, itching and loss of appetite.

If you believe you have suffered from or are suffering from an adverse reaction as a result of taking Hydroxycut products, you should contact an attorney immediately. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

FDA Announces Label Change For Raptiva

Jamie G. Goldstein — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 16:39:22 GMT

The FDA has announced the drug Raptiva will undergo a label change that will include a boxed warning, the FDA's strongest warning. Raptiva is a psoriasis drug that has recently been linked to serious infections and death.

The FDA is warning consumers that Raptiva may cause a suppression of the immune system. This suppression of the immune system is created to reduce psoriasis flare ups. The suppression, however, may also result in the increased likelihood of developing serious infections, which may include cancer.

If you are considering using Raptiva, make certain you speak with your doctor so you understand the risks and benefits of taking Raptiva. Make certain you are fully informed of the dangers associated with Raptiva before taking it.

If you or a family member has taken Raptiva in the past and has suffered a serious infection or death, contact an attorney. The infection may have been a result of the use of Raptiva and you may be able to recover for the injuries you suffered.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

Bayer Suspends Marketing of Trasyol

Jamie G. Goldstein — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 11:05:54 GMT

The FDA announced today that it has requested Bayer Pharmaceuticals Corporation to suspend its marketing of Traysol. Bayer has agreed to the suspension. Traysol, is used to control patient bleeding during heart surgery, but recent studies have suggested it can cause patients an increased risk of death.

The FDA and Bayer are currently working to phase out Traysdol without causing a market shortage due to the few other drug treatments currently available. This suspension of the drug comes after a December 2006 change in the Traysdol's label warning patients of potential kidney damage.

It is too early to determine how many people have had adverse reactions to Traysdol, but if you or someone you know was given Traysdol during heart surgery and died as a result of the surgery or had serious side effects, contact an attorney immediately. You may be able to recover if the Traysdol caused the adverse event.

For more information on this subject, please refer to the section on Drugs, Medical Devices, and Implants.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

Provigil Label Revised

Jamie G. Goldstein — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 17:44:10 GMT

The FDA is notifying healthcare professionals about updates to the warning labels of the prescription drug Provigil. Provigil is used to help adult patients who suffer from sleep apnea, narcolepsy and other sleeping disorders. The revised label warns patients that Provigil may caused a serious rash that could include Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) and hypersensitivity reactions. It may also cause psychiatric symptoms. In some cases Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis may occur which may be life-threatening. This life-threatening rash along with Eosinophulia and Systemic Symptoms have been reported in adults and children since Provigil began being marketed. Angiodema and multi-organ hypersentivity reactions are also being reported as side effects to the medication.

If you or someone you know is suffering from or has suffered from any of the above side effects or similar side effects while taking Provigil, contact an attorney immediately. You may be able to recover from the manufacturer of the medication for these side effects that were not listed until the recent label change.

For more information on this subject, please refer to the section on Drugs, Medical Devices, and Implants.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

Advanced Medical Moisture Plus May Cause Blindness

Jamie G. Goldstein — Tue, 29 May 2007 16:49:05 GMT

Advanced Medical Moisture Plus Multi-Purpose contact solution was recalled after it was found it may cause blindness. The contact lens solution has been linked to a parasitic infection, Acanthamoeba keratitis. The FDA first announced the recall on May 26, 2007.

If you have been using Moisture Plus Multi-Purpose contact solution you should discontinue use at once. The symptoms related to the eye infection include eye pain, redness, excess tearing, blurred vision, as well as other symptoms. If you have developed an infection that may be linked to the solution, do not discard any remaining solution, contact lens cases or contact lens. Instead, keep these items in a safe area and contact an attorney immediately. You may be able to take legal action against the manufacturer.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

Complete MoisturePlus Contact Lens Solution Recalled

Jamie G. Goldstein — Tue, 29 May 2007 16:28:32 GMT

The FDA announced on May 26, 2007, that Advanced Medical Optics voluntarily recalled its Complete MoisturePlus contact lens solution. The recall was made after the company received reports of people developing Acanthamoeba keratitis, a type of serious eye infection. Contact lens owners who use this solution should stop using it immediately.

The FDA suggests that consumers throw away the unused solution, however, if you have suffered from an eye infection after using the solution, do not discard it. Keep the solution in a safe area and contact an attorney.

This recall comes approximately one and a half years after the recall of Bausch and Lomb's Renu with MoistureLoc. That solution was also reported to cause severe eye infections and several lawsuits are currently pending against the manufacturer.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

Avandia May Increase Risk of Heart Attack

Jamie G. Goldstein — Thu, 24 May 2007 09:30:37 GMT

The FDA posted a warning on May 21, 2007 regarding the type 2 diabetes drug Avandia. Studies show that the drug may cause significant increased risk of heart attack. However, other studies have not shown the same results. Patients taking Avandia are urged to speak with their doctors about potential risks.

If the studies are true that patients taking Avandia are at 30-40 percent greater risk of having a heart attack or other heart related problems, serious concerns would be raised about whether the drug is safe for people to take. Patients that suffer from diabetes already have an increased risk of heart disease. Depending on the outcome of the current and future studies, people taking Avandia that have previously suffered from a heart attack or heart problems while on Avandia may be able to take legal action against the GlaxoSmithKLine, the manufacturer of the drug.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

Colonoscopy Drug Leads to Renal Failure

Jamie G. Goldstein — Fri, 18 May 2007 13:15:17 GMT

A Texas woman recently filed suit against C.B. Fleet Company after she suffered acute renal failure and other side effects after using the companies Phospho soda solution. The solution is used by many patients prior to undergoing a colonoscopy in order to cleanse the patient's bowels. The lawsuit alleges that the solution causes renal failure and other side effects when it is taken in by patients that use certain blood pressure medications.

The lawsuit goes on to allege that the damage to the woman was avoidable because C.B. Fleet Company knew for at least 12 years about the potential harmful side effects of the drug when it was combined with certain blood pressure medications. There are no warnings on the product that it may be dangerous when taken in combination with certain blood pressure medications. It is likely that there are other people that have been adversly affected by using C.B. Fleet Company's Phospho soda solution and they may be entitled to take legal action against the company.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein