Fluoroquinolone drugs are the most commonly prescribed class of antibiotics in the United States. Twenty-six million Americans take them in some form every year. Pharmaceutical companies are raking in the profits. In 2010, Bayer’s top two fluoroquinolones (Cipro and Avelox) brought in $1 billion in sales. Johnson & Johnson’s Levaquin sold $1.3 billion. These drugs work by using fluoride to penetrate into very sensitive tissues, including your brain. This deep tissue penetration makes a potent neurotoxin and breaks down collagen in the body, as well.
Fluoroquinolone Black Box Warning
The FDA revised Black Box warnings. These are the strongest FDA warning available. The new label states these popular antibiotics bring side effects so severe that they should only be used in dire situations. Health professionally normally prescribe these medications for simple sinus or urinary tract infections.
The side effects are disabling and potentially permanent damage to tendons, muscles, joints, nerves, and central nervous system. These side effects can occur anywhere from hours to weeks after fluoroquinolone usage. The FDA insists that these antibiotics only be used in extreme circumstances. These are treating plague, anthrax and some types of bacterial pneumonia. The risk of exposure to this crippling nerve and tendon damage has to outweigh the benefits of using the antibiotics.
Fluoroquinolone Risks
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Nerve Damage
- Tendon Rupture
- Peripheral neuropathy (permanent and strengthening nerve damage that brings severe symptoms)
- Angioedema (an internal allergic reaction)
- Abnormal heart rhythm
- Death
Your Rights
When manufacturers produce unsafe products that create pain and suffering, you deserve compensation. Although no amount of money will change the fact that you have suffered a serious injury as a result of manufacturer irresponsibility, compensation will help offset your current and future medical costs, as well as provide for the pain and suffering you have experienced. By filing, you may also help protect other people and their families from needless distress.
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Therefore, if you or someone you know has suffered an adverse event after using a fluoroquinolone, you may be eligible for compensation. This can ease the financial and emotional burdens you are experiencing. Contact us today to set up a free consultation, during which we will listen to your story, answer any questions you may have and discuss your legal rights and options. If you choose us to represent you, we will work with you on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay nothing until we have secured compensation for you, either through a jury verdict or settlement.
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