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Our Multaq® liver injury lawyers are available to investigate lawsuits on behalf of people that believe Multaq® (dronedarone) is responsible for their liver injuries. If you would like to speak with a qualified attorney about a potential Multaq® liver injury claim, please contact us today.
A Multaq® liver injury attorney can determine if you have a legitimate case against Sanofi-Aventis, the manufacturer of Multaq®. People that qualify to seek financial compensation from the drug maker are those who have suffered severe injuries as a direct result of taking the medication.
Among the serious and life-threatening side effects of Multaq® are liver injuries, including acute liver failure. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notified healthcare professionals and Multaq® patients about the risk of acute liver failure on Jan. 14, 2011.
The FDA warning letter was prompted by patient reports, including two cases of acute liver failure that required liver transplants. The FDA says it has received numerous reports of hepatocellular liver injury and hepatic failure in patients treated with dronedarone.
The two patients that required liver transplants suffered acute liver failure in less than six months of initial treatment.
Thousands of patients have been treated with Multaq® since it was approved for use in July 2009. This means, thousands of patients are at risk of suffering severe liver damage.
If you are being treated with Multaq®, you should consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms:
These are some of the most common symptoms of liver failure. It is important to note that liver failure comes on rapidly and can result in other serious complications.
If you are diagnosed with a liver injury while taking Multaq®, you should contact a Multaq® liver injury attorney to find out if you qualify for financial compensation. Only a qualified drug attorney will be able to help you get the maximum amount of compensation you are entitled to.
Compensation may be used to pay for present and future medical bills, lost wages and emotional suffering. For more information, or to schedule an evaluation of your case, please contact a Multaq® liver injury attorney today.
The FDA notified healthcare professionals about new findings that link Multaq® to severe liver injuries, Jan. 14, 2011. The agency said there were two report...
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