Propulsid

Drugs companies have an obligation to ensure that the product they release into the public market is safe. Medicines are supposed to be subjected to a wide variety of tests before being released for sale to the public. Quite often dangerous drugs and medications make it past the FDA's testing procedures. When a problem arises with a medicine, quite often the FDA will force the manufacturer to recall the drug. Further tests are done and sometimes modifications are made. Sometimes the drugs are re-released but only allowed limited use. On July 14th 2000 the FDA recalled the drug propsulid. Propsulid was designed to help adults who suffered from severe nighttime heartburn. It produced good results however Propsulid was linked with causing irregular heart rhythms. Estimates are at 381 cases of irregular heart beats 80 of which resulted in death. The purpose of this article is to answer some basic questions about Propsulid and instruct you as to what your rights are if you have been harmed by this drug.

What are the negative side effects of propsulid?
In addition to irregular heart beats, the drug has also been associated with cardiac arrest, seizures, heartaches dizziness and even death.

Who should avoid Propsulid?
Anyone who suffers from a history of irregular heartbeats, abnormal EKGs, heart disease, kidney disease, low blood levels of calcium, magnesium or potassium, lung disease and eating disorders, dehydration or persistent vomiting. You are putting your health as serious risk if you combine Propsulid with any of these factors.

What if I have been harmed or suffered due to Propsulid?
You may be entitled to quite substantial monetary damages. The company and the FDA withdrew the drug and prior to these placed warnings on the packaging. However, many people were still affected by the adverse side effects if this drug. The best advice would be to contact a medical malpractice lawyer. They will be the best ones to help you with your case. They will also be aware of the statute of limitations and damage limits of your state.

If you or a loved one has suffered unnecessarily due to propsulid then you should not hesitate. Time could run out and you could miss an opportunity to claim damages that you deserve. No one can change the past but with good legal advice you may have a better future.

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