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Quinine has been used for decades—since at least the 1940s—to help relieve nocturnal leg cramps. Since the 1990s, however, serious concerns about the safety of unapproved quinine drugs, such as those used for treating leg cramps, have been raised. According to the Food and Drug Administration, quinine containing drugs carry significant risks, including the risk of cardiac arrhythmias, kidney failure, and death. While these risks may be acceptable for malaria treatment, agency officials say they are unacceptable when treating leg cramps and related conditions. Consequently, the FDA ordered makers of unapproved quinine drugs to stop their manufacture by early 2007.
If you've taken quinine for leg cramps and suffered an adverse health effect, contact an attorney today to learn more about your rights.
Quinine Leg Cramp Products
Even though the FDA has taken action against manufacturers of unapproved quinine products, many drugs and supplements containing quinine are still available via the Internet. Consumers should avoid unapproved quinine for leg cramp products—including those containing quinine sulfate or quinine salts. The FDA has deemed using quinine for leg cramps both unsafe and ineffective.
Quinine Facts
Among the potentially life-threatening side effects associated with using quinine for leg cramps are: thrombocytopenia, severe skin and hypersensitivity reactions, adverse drug interactions, overdose, anaphylaxis, hypoglycemia, and quinine toxicity.
Have You Taken Quinine for Leg Cramps?
If you suffered a severe side effect while using quinine for leg cramp treatment, you may be able to take legal action against the product's maker. In some cases, it's possible to recover monetary damages including medical expenses and more.
To learn more about your eligibility to file a lawsuit, contact us today. We will put you in touch with an experienced product liability attorney who will answer your questions and ensure your rights are fully protected.
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