Defective Drug Lawsuits - Hismanal, Posicor, PPA

                                                                                         

If you or someone you know has been harmed by a defective drug, you know how serious it can be. Here are just three defective drugs that have been recalled.

Hismanal®: Originally used as an antihistamine in a number of allergy and hay fever drugs, the dangers that Hismanal® presented to patients prompted a change to the warning label of the drug soon after its approval by the FDA. Hismanal® was recalled after the manufacturer of the drug, Janssen Pharmaceutica, decided the serious and sometimes life threatening side effects resulting from the medication were too risky for patients. The use of Hismanal® in conjunction with certain foods, drugs, or medical conditions increased the instances of cardiac problems. Because Hismanal® was an over-the-counter drug, many patients were unaware of the serious dangers the medication could pose to their health. If you or a loved one has suffered harm or wrongful death because of a dangerous drug that was on the market, choosing a skilled medical malpractice attorney from our directory can help you move forward with your case.

Posicor®: Posicor® was originally manufactured for the treatment of high blood pressure and chest pain. Following reports of adverse reactions to Posicor®, the FDA revised the labeling of the drug and added two drugs to the list of medications that should not be used while taking Posicor®. However, dangerous side effects related to Posicor® use continued, and it was soon removed from the market because of the heart problems associated with the drug, including arrhythmias and low blood pressure.

PPA: PPA, or phenylpropanolamine hydrochloride, is an ingredient that can be found in several over-the-counter cough and cold medications, as well as in weight loss products. Studies conducted in the past few years have found an increased risk of hemorrhagic stroke and bleeding of the brain in patients taking PPA. The FDA has issued warnings regarding the dangers of PPA, however, the chemical is available over-the-counter and can still cause adverse reactions in patients. Those that have sustained an injury or are victims of wrongful death because of a defective drug, contact a medical malpractice lawyer for legal assistance.

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