Fen-Phen

We in America tend to foolishly believe that just because a product obtains FDA approval that it is safe. This is quite untrue and can even be dangerous in 1996 a supposed miracle drug was created called Fen-phen. Fen-Phen was a breakthrough in the area of weight loss. Nearly 18 million prescriptions were written and the success for weight loss from Fen-Phen was noted. However, fen-phen is now classed as a dangerous drug. And has been recalled. It produces serious side effects, can cause permanent health damage and is even responsible for deaths.

American Home Products, the creators of Fen-Phen, have been accused of possibly knowing about the potential risks of the drug before the recall began. It is estimated that despite the recall attempts upwards of 7 to 9 millions Americans are believed to have taken Fen-Phen.

Fen-Phen has been linked to several health problems but with Americas obsession with weight loss and the successes of fen-phen many still demanded the drug despite all the warnings. Fen-phen is linked with a potentially fatal condition known as primary pulmonary hypertension. This is where the blood vessels in the lungs become contracted or smaller. The pressure then builds up in these vessels and can lead to heart attacks. Fen-phen is also liked with heart valve defects. When the valves of your heart become impaired it can force blood back intro the atrium. This may not be noticed at first but will start to become visible with shortness of breath and chest pains. It could require surgery or other evasive treatment to correct it.

Fen-Phen has been linked with neuro-physiological problems, cognitive problems such as memory loss are common as well as mood swings and even psychotic break downs. Depression has also been linked to Fen-Phen.

Fen-phen is dangerous and can kill. Several legal and class action suits have been filed against American home Products for the Damage fen-phen has caused. The fact that they may have known the risks before hand makes them highly accountable. However, several people took the drug knowing full well its side effects so litigation can be tricky. If you were prescribed Fen-Phen then you may be entitled to compensation. You should seek the advice of a defective drugs attorney or medical malpractice lawyer. They will be best able to advise you on the merits of your case and give you insight into what damages you can expect. Fen-phen is just one of several medications that have received approval only to go on and cause dangerous side effects. Don't just trust what they say. Consult an experienced and dedicated Fen-phen attorney today.

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