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Darvon® and Darvocet® Connected to Death, Heart Attacks, and Heart Arrhythmia
You may be entitled to compensation!
The FDA and the companies who have manufactured and sold propoxyphene have discovered that the drug can cause sudden death when used as prescribed.
Banned in the United Kingdom since 2005 and then the European Union in January 2009, an estimated 10 million patients have used these common painkillers.
On November 19, 2010 the FDA asked manufacturers of propoxyphene (Darvon®, Darvocet®) for a product recall.
“The FDA sought market withdrawal of propoxyphene after receiving new clinical data showing that the drug puts patients at risk of potentially serious or even fatal heart rhythm abnormalities.
As a result of these data, combined with other information, including new epidemiological data, the agency concluded that the risks of the medication outweigh the benefits.” - FDA News Release, November 19, 2010.
About Propoxyphene, Darvon® and Darvocet®
Approved by the FDA and available since 1957, propoxyphene is manufactured by Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals Inc., which markets the drug as Darvon® and Darvocet®. The difference between the two painkillers is that while Darvon® is composed entirely of propoxyphene, Darvocet® combines propoxyphene and acetaminophen.
The Consumer Watchdog group Public Citizen first petitioned for a Darvon® recall in 1978. Thirty years later, the group filed a lawsuit against the FDA to cause action on a 2006 petition to remove the drug from the market.
Some of the limitations of propoxyphene-containing medicines include:
· The mixture of propoxyphene and acetaminophen (Darvocet®) is no more effective than acetaminophen on its own.
· The difference between the dose needed for treatment and a harmful dose is too small, thus increasing the potential for overdose.
· As an opioid, it can sometimes be addictive.
· As weak painkillers, they provide arguably minimal benefits.
“The FDA is advising health care professionals to stop prescribing propoxyphene to their patients, and patients who are currently taking the drug should contact their health care professional as soon as possible to discuss switching to another pain management therapy.” - FDA News Release, November 19, 2010.
Darvon®/Darvocet® Side-Effects
Severe and sometimes fatal responses to Darvon® and other pain medications containing propoxyphene have been reported, including:
Death
Heart Arrhythmia
Heart Attack
Suicide & Overdose
If you or a loved one have been prescribed Darvon®, Darvocet® or another generic form of propoxyphene and have experienced any of these symptoms, please contact us immediately for a free consultation. Consult with your physician before you stop taking any medications, including propoxyphene.
Who We Are
The Mulligan Law Firm provides legal information and resources for injured individuals and their families. A national law firm located in Dallas, Texas, The Mulligan Law Firm has successfully resolved over $600,000,000 in claims for its clients. Formed in 1995, it has been helping people for 15 years, with the strength and experience to represent plaintiffs in all 50 states.
The Mulligan Law Firm is currently investigating injury claims involving Darvon®, Darvocet® and other pain medications containing propoxyphene.
If you or a loved one has been seriously injured or died after taking propoxyphene, it is important that you consult with a legal professional immediately. The Mulligan Firm’s experienced lawyers are standing by to help you.
Do Not Wait
You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. We take all cases on a contingency-fee basis, which means you do not pay for our services unless you receive an award or compensation. Do not delay, as your rights and compensation may be lost forever if you wait.
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