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drug_recall celebrexA Celebrex claim is a personal injury product liability lawsuit that is filed on behalf of a Celebrex user against Pfizer, the makers of this arguably defective drug. A number of studies have indicated that Celebrex users are at a significantly greater risk of suffering from heart attack or stroke than the general population.
One Celebrex clinical trial revealed that patients who are taking 400 milligrams of Celebrex are 2.5 times more likely to suffer cardiovascular injury. Those taking 800 milligrams of Celebrex are 3.4 times more likely to suffer heart attack or stroke. Another recent study points to evidence that patients taking Celebrex and aspirin concurrently may be at an even higher risk of suffering coronary or cerebrovascular injury.
Despite clinical proof of Celebrex risks and mounting evidence that all COX-2 selective pain killers pose cardiovascular dangers, Pfizer has made no indication that they plan to withdrawal Celebrex from the market. Pfizer has consistently downplayed the risks associated with Celebrex use while overstating this drug''s benefits. Because of this manipulation of the facts, the FDA has officially requested that Pfizer remove all Celebrex commercials from television and other major media sources. Pfizer actually pulled these commercials late December 2004 in anticipation of this request.
The first class action Celebrex lawsuit was filed in late December 2004 against Pfizer on behalf of all U.S. citizens who have taken this medication. The Celebrex claim seeks relief for those patients who have taken Celebrex whether or not they have suffered injuries. The Celebrex claim alleges that “Pfizer negligently marketed Celebrex despite the fact that the risk and the effect thereof on the body were so unreasonably high and severe that no reasonable pharmaceutical company, exercising due care, would have done so.”
Through this Celebrex claim, those who have not suffered injuries are seeking periodic medical examinations to enable early detection and treatment of Celebrex side effects. Those who have been injured have been named as plaintiffs in the Celebrex claim and seek reparation for the damages they have suffered as a result of Celebrex side effects. Victims who have been injured by the adverse effects of Celebrex may be able to seek compensation of related medical expenses, loss of income, and pain and suffering. The class action Celebrex claim is also asking the court to consider punitive damages from Pfizer.
Experts predict that the number of Celebrex claims will grow as more evidence of Celebrex side effects comes to light. If the Vioxx recall of September 2004 is any indication, Pfizer could face hundreds of Celebrex claim lawsuits in the months and, possibly, years to come. If you have been injured or are concerned about the deleterious health effects of Celebrex, you should speak to your health care professional. A qualified and experienced attorney may also be able to help you determine your rights and options in a Celebrex claim.
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