One of the less talked about types of personal injury case involved dangerous drugs. You’ve probably seen all the commercials on television for new medications. You’ve probably also noticed how they all contain tons of disclaimers and warnings. There’s a reason for this.

Over the years, a lot of drugs that were once popular became known to be dangerous. Some of these drugs merely made people sick. Other ended up being deadly. When this happened, the drug manufacturers started to worry. For the first time in history, they were being held accountable for the injuries they caused people.

Once the first wave of dangerous drug lawsuits passed, drug manufacturers started putting warnings on their labels. They did this in the hopes that it would save them millions in personal injury lawsuits. And, while these labels and warnings did cut litigation down a bit, you can’t kill people and defend yourself with a label.

Over the last few years, we’ve seen a new wave of dangerous drug lawsuits in this country. If you or your loved one have become ill as a result of a medication, you know how scary this can be. You need to call an experienced personal injury lawyer in Greenville. They can help you file a claim for damages and protect your rights.

Abilify

Abilify is one of the more popular supplemental anti-depressants. While it may help your loved one overcome their depressive symptoms, it can also injure them. There’s evidence that show that Abilify affects a part of a patient’s brain that controls compulsive behavior. Some plaintiffs in the Abilify class action allege that they’ve behaved in unhealthy ways as a result of the drug.

Ambien

Ambien is a very common sleeping pill. It promises a full night’s sleep without any hangover effect in the morning. However, a lot of people who have taken the drug experience negative side effects. For example, some plaintiffs claim that they’ve gotten into accidents while in a sleepwalking state caused by Ambien.

Chantix

A lot of people need help when it comes to quitting smoking. One of the more effective smoking cessation aids is Chantix. It helps people reduce their cravings for nicotine. It has proven very effective for a lot of smokers. However, the drug is also known to increase a patient’s risk of heart attack. There have been numerous lawsuits recently against the manufacturers of Chantix.

Hydroxycut

Hydroxycut is an over the counter weight loss drug. It works by increasing your metabolism and aiding in muscle building when you work out. It’s an inexpensive diet aid sold in just about every pharmacy and retail store in the country. However, the drug has been linked to many adverse side effects, including:

• Liver damage
• Seizures
• Jaundice
• Cardiovascular injuries

People who have been injured by the drug have filed suit against the manufacturer and the distributor of Hydroxycut.

IVC Filters

IVR filers are implanted in people to help stop blood clots. This is meant to prevent stroke and other pulmonary diseases. However, a lot of patients with an IVC filter complained that the filter malfunctioned and caused serious injuries. For some patients who needed surgery, the filter ended up causing more damage than it did prevent it. There are thousands of pending IVC filter lawsuits in the U.S.

Lexipro

Lexipro is one of many possible anti-depressants on the market today. When it first came out, it was thought to be a safe alternative to some of the traditional anti-depressants. And, while it seemed rather effective, it has also proven to be dangerous for some patients. Pregnant mothers who take the drug are 60% more likely to give birth to babies with birth defects.

Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer in Greenville, South Carolina

If you or a loved one have taken any of the above medications – or any medication – that caused injury, you should contact an experienced personal injury lawyer in Greenville. They are familiar with all of the major pending lawsuits involving dangerous drugs.

Medicine is supposed to help you – not make you sick. If you’re been injured by a dangerous drug or medical device, you may be entitled to compensation. You should call and schedule your free initial consultation with a skilled personal injury attorney.

Your attorney at Brumback & Langley will review your case and let you know what it may be worth. They can also answer any questions you may have. The consultation is free and you pay nothing until you settle your case.