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Propoxyphene lawyers are investigating lawsuits across the country on behalf of patients who have suffered serious injuries from the painkiller propoxyphene. Propoxyphene is sold generically and under brand names Darvon® and Darvocet® (propoxyphene and acetaminophen).

Propoxyphene Recall

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requested a propoxyphene recall after discovering that the painkiller is linked to serious side effects, including:

• Heart arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythms)
• Heart attack
• Congestive heart failure
• Cardiac arrest
• Accidental overdose
• Death

Propoxyphene-based drugs were pulled from the U.S. market in November 2010 because of the heart-related side effects. Our attorneys are among the many legal professionals that believe the recall came too late.

The European Medicines Agency recalled propoxyphene in June 2009. Thousands of patients have been put at risk of serious side effects by keeping the drug on the market for so long. Our attorneys believe that this is unacceptable.

If you or a loved one has suffered a heart attack, heart arrhythmia, or another serious side effect and have a history of taking propoxyphene, we may be able to help you seek compensation for your injuries.

About Propoxyphene

Propoxyphene is an opioid medication that has been on the U.S. market since 1957. It has been prescribed to thousands of patients for the treatment of mild to moderate pain. The drug works by affecting how the brain perceives pain.

Propoxyphene is about half to two-thirds less potent as codeine. Patients still run the risk of withdrawal symptoms when stopping use, however.

Contact a Propoxyphene Lawyer

If you or a loved one has experienced cardiac side effects or other serious side effects while taking a propoxyphene-based drug, you can get legal help. Many patients don’t realize their injuries were caused by the pain medication.

Contact a qualified propoxyphene lawyer for more information. We offer free case evaluations for prospective clients. Call 1-888-248-8161 or fill out the form to the right and someone from our office will contact you shortly.

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