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Patients who suffer serious bone fractures or other side effects while using Protonix® to treat their heartburn might be eligible to file a Protonix® lawsuit. There is evidence that this drug and others in its class might be responsible for increasing a risk of fractures of the spine, hip and wrist. If you sustained a serious and painful bone fracture while taking Protonix®, contact our attorneys for an evaluation of your case. Recoverable compensation can include pain and suffering as well as financial losses including medical bills and lost wages from an inability to work.

Protonix® for GERD

Anyone who has ever suffered from gastric reflux, or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has felt the pain associated with the debilitating heartburn. To relieve this symptom, many people are prescribed a proton pump inhibitor, such as Protonix® (generic name: pantopraxole) for eight weeks or longer. For many, the relief it brings is welcomed. However, data from studies have shown that Protonix® and other proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) may cause harm to some patients.

Protonix® Lawsuit

Patients who have suffered serious side effects from taking Protonix® have filed lawsuits seeking compensation for their injuries. While it won't heal your injury, a lawsuit can help you seek justice against the entity that caused you harm and can also bring financial relief during the recovery process. Drug makers can be held liable for the medical costs as well as pain and suffering caused by their drugs.

Protonix® Side Effects

Though common side effects of Protonix® include headaches, insomnia, weight gain and diarrhea some people experience serious hip, wrist and spinal fractures. The risk of serious bone fractures increases in women over the age of 50 and when the patient has taken the drug for a long period of time.

Protonix® Warnings

The increased incidence of patients reporting bone fractures as a consequence of taking Protonix® and other proton pump inhibitors prompted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to issue a warning about the drug in May 2010. The warning makes current and future patients aware of the risks before taking the medication for their gastric reflux disease.

Who Qualifies to File a Protonix® Lawsuit?

Patients in the following categories should consult a Protonix® lawyer to find out if they are eligible to file a lawsuit:

• Patients who have taken Protonix® and have suffered bone fractures or other adverse effects of the drug
• Women over the age of 50 who have suffered from osteoporosis or the weakening from the bone and have a history of taking Protonix®
• Patients who have been prescribed the drug over the long term who haven't been warned of the possible serious side effects of the drug

Contact an Expert Protonix® Lawsuit Attorney

If you or a loved one has suffered a serious wrist, hip or spinal fracture as a result of weakened bones while taking Protonix®, consult an attorney near you today. A qualified Protonix® attorney can assess your case and help you fight for the compensation you deserve.