Defective Drug

Zantac Lawsuits Continue to be Filed: Learn More
Zantac Lawsuits Continue to be Filed: Learn More
Thousands of individuals have stepped forward in recent months, claiming that long-term use of Zantac, which contains the active ingredient ranitidine, led to the development of cancer. Zantac lawsuits continue to be filed, but a number of cases are also starting to be settled as they make their way through...
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What You Need to Know About the Depo-Provera Lawsuits
Recent research shows that Depo-Provera has been found to have a potential link to a heightened risk for brain tumors. Let’s take a look at what you need to know about the Depo-Provera lawsuits and whether or not you should be concerned if you’ve taken the contraceptive injection in the...
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What is Kratom? How the Supplement Could Lead to Addiction
On the surface, kratom seems safe enough; it comes from the leaves of an evergreen tree called Mitragyna speciosa and is an herbal substance. Although kratom has potential therapeutic uses, it also carries a risk for addiction that cannot be ignored.  What is Kratom? Kratom, according to the National Institute...
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Study Links Depo-Provera to Brain Tumors: What You Should Know
Currently, many law firms and injured individuals are bringing lawsuits against drug manufacturer Pfizer following reports that using the birth control injection Depo-Provera may be related to a heightened risk for brain tumors. One specific study links Depo-Provera to brain tumors and has led to increased investigation into a possible...
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Depo-Provera May Increase the Risk of Developing Intracranial Meningioma
Long-term use of the injectable contraceptive Depo-Provera may increase the risk of developing a rare type of brain tumor called meningioma, according to a study published in the British Medical Journal. Shockingly, the study found that the risk of developing an intracranial meningioma may increase 5.6-fold if the medication is...
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Pfizer Agrees to Settle Thousands of Zantac Cancer Suits
In the latest news regarding a potential link between cancer and the heartburn drug Zantac, Pfizer has agreed to settle thousands of Zantac cancer suits. In early May 2024, Pfizer agreed to settle more than 10,000 claims from users of Zantac, ultimately covering cases in several states across the United...
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Eye Drops Recalled Due to Bacterial Infection Outbreak
Several types of eye drops have been recalled due to a serious drug-resistant bacteria outbreak – one that has led to both permanent loss of vision and even a number of deaths. The recalled eye drops causing infection and blindness have resulted in three deaths already, and although the impacted...
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Studies Show Alarming Possible Link Between Using Tylenol During Pregnancy and Autism
Many expectant mothers over the years may have used acetaminophen, commonly sold under the brand Tylenol, to relieve pain, and believed this practice to be safe. Unfortunately, some studies now link the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and autism spectrum disorder. Using Tylenol During Pregnancy and Autism Some recent research...
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Irbesartan Recalled Due to Cancer-Causing Impurity
Irbesartan Recalled Due to Cancer-Causing Impurity
Last week, Lupin Pharmaceuticals voluntarily recalled two types of blood pressure medication because they may have high levels of an impurity that may cause cancer. The recall includes all irbesartan tablets, including 75 milligram (mg), 150 mg and 300 mg tablets. The recall also includes all batches of irbesartan plus...
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Challenges of Defective Drug Cases | Phillips Law Group
Challenges of Defective Drug Cases | Phillips Law Group
When someone takes a prescription drug, such as an opioid, and suffers an injury, it may seem very clear to the victim that the drug caused the injury. However, proving this in a lawsuit can be much more complicated. Below, learn more about the factors involved in defective drug cases...
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