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Produced by Genentech and Merck Serono, Raptiva is an injectable medication prescribed in the treatment of psoriasis, an incurable skin condition marked by scaly, red patches. Proper use of Raptiva requires a subcutaneous injection at around the same time each week. Raptiva is classified as an immunosuppressant medication.

However, despite its effectiveness at curbing psoriasis' unsightly symptoms, Raptiva is known to cause some rare but serious side effects, including:

• Meningitis, a viral infection characterized by brain and/or spinal cord inflammation
• Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), a viral infection marked by inflammation of the brain's white matter.

Without treatment, these Raptiva brain infections can be fatal.

Anyone who develops a Raptiva viral infection will have a legal claim and be entitled to compensation for their injuries.

Raptiva Infections Risk

Some Raptiva patients will have a higher risk than others of developing life-threatening infections from this psoriasis drug. Risk factors for Raptiva side effects include having a history of:

• chronic viral infections
• receiving phototherapy (the use of light to treat jaundice, acne, etc.)
• taking other immunosuppressant medications (such as those prescribed for certain cancers, organ transplants, etc.)

To minimize the risk of developing Raptiva infections, it's vital that patients discuss their complete medical history with their doctor before starting a course of Raptiva.

Raptiva Infections Treatment

Unfortunately, there is no known cure for viral meningitis PML. Consequently, treatments involve boosting the immune system so the symptoms of the virus eventually dissipate.

For meningitis, this requires bed rest, drinking plenty of fluids and taking over-the-counter fever reducers for about a week. In addition to these treatments, PML may also require use of anti-viral medications.

Following Raptiva Infections

Patients should:

• Seek emergency medical care to prevent further health problems
• Follow through with all long-term treatments for the best chances of recovery and minimal chances for recurrence
• Meet with a personal injury lawyer who specializes in Raptiva lawsuits to learn more about their legal rights

During a free initial consultation, injured Raptiva patients or families of deceased Raptiva patients can find out if they have a legal claim against Genentech and Merck Serono.

Although it may take months to win a Raptiva settlement, ultimately, plaintiffs who follow through with their case can win compensation for their:

• funeral and burial costs
• past hospital bills
• ongoing treatment costs
• lost wages
• permanent disabilities
• future costs of living (should permanent disabilities prevent injured parties from earning a living)
• pain and suffering

Have You Benn Harmed by a Raptiva Viral Infection? If so, contact us to talk to an experienced Raptiva lawyer who can evaluate your injury and fight to protect your legal rights.

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a voluntary Raptiva recall, April 8, 2009. The Psoriasis drug’s manufacturer, Genentech, announced the voluntary Raptiva recall and has begun phasing the drug off the U.S. market. R...

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