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Have you been injured by the defective drug Vioxx in Denver, Fort Collins, or Colorado Springs, Colorado?
Do you need help from a Colorado defective drug attorney?
Many of the commonly prescribed drugs on the market today have serious side effects. If you are currently taking or considering taking any of these drugs, it is important to educate yourself on the potential risks you may be exposing yourself to. In particular, the defective drug Vioxx® is one of the most recent and largest drug recalls in Colorado and United States history. A Vioxx lawyer in Denver at Bachus & Schanker, LLC can help injury victims understand their legal rights.
Why you may need a Colorado Vioxx attorney
In Colorado, Bachus & Schanker, LLC can provide experienced legal representation to clients who have suffered serious health conditions as a result of Vioxx® use and can help with a Colorado Vioxx lawsuit. Vioxx®, a prescription painkiller and anti-inflammatory medication, was available for use by American patients for just over five years before being pulled voluntarily from the world market by its manufacturer, Merck &. Co. This voluntary recall and subsequent injury lawsuits have caught the notice of our Colorado product liability experts. A lawyer at our firm can review your claim and help determine if you are eligible for compensation for your injuries.
What is Vioxx®?
A non-steroidal option, Vioxx® was used frequently to manage the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis for both children and adults, as well as to relieve menstrual and osteoarthritis symptoms and ease other forms of acute pain suffered by adults. A primary selling point of Vioxx® was that it purportedly caused less ulcers and stomach problems than other medications of its type.
The Vioxx® Drug Recall
Despite its short run in the marketplace, healthcare providers and patients are concerned by the results of the APPROV (Adenomatous Polyp Prevention on Vioxx®) study that prompted Merck's withdrawal of the drug in Colorado, the United States, and the world. The study was halted prematurely in late September, after long-term patients (particularly those using Vioxx® for more than 18 months) showed a significantly increased risk of suffering heart attacks and strokes, as a result of an increased likelihood of developing blood clots. While the Food and Drug Administration has not issued a recall for Vioxx®, Merck has voluntarily removed the drug from pharmacies worldwide. It has since been found that Vioxx® is five times more likely to increase the risk of heart attack than the over-the-counter pain reliever Naproxen. If you or a loved one has exhibited any of these symptoms after using Vioxx®, a Colorado product liability lawyer at our firm is ready to provide you with the legal assistance that you need to file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit against Merck.
Vioxx® Lawsuits Around the Country
Drug companies and the FDA have recently fallen under close scrutiny for their efforts to have medications approved more quickly, increasing the possibility of health hazards to consumers. It has been alleged that Merck was aware of the fatal side effects caused by Vioxx® and pushed the medication onto the market anyway to boost declining profits. Needless to say, our Colorado pharmaceutical litigation lawyers are concerned for victims of such careless actions.
Help with filing a Colorado Vioxx Lawsuit
Many individuals around the country have been negatively affected by Vioxx® use. Whether they have become ill or have died as a result of the drug, Merck is responsible for compensating victims for their irresponsible actions. It is estimated that the number of lawsuits against the pharmaceutical giant has now reached more than 5,000, and a Colorado Vioxx lawyer in Denver at our law firm is prepared to help you or your loved one join this growing group of victims and receive deserved financial restitution.
$253 Million Verdict in First Vioxx® Trial
A Texas jury has awarded the widow of Robert Ernst $253 million for her husband's Vioxx® related death. Merck initially believed that they would easily win the thousands of suits against them; however, these recent events in Texas have proven that Merck has underestimated the validity and strength of these cases. Analysts have estimated that Merck stands to lose approximately $18 billion fighting these suits around the country.
Contact a Vioxx lawyer in Denver
We help all of Colorado, including Colorado Springs and Ft. Collins. If you or a loved one has been negatively effected as a result of Vioxx® or another drug, contact our Colorado Vioxx attorney for assistance in filing your lawsuit against Merck today. If you're the victim of injury from any other drugs, and need a Colorado defective drug attorney, we can help.
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