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Pharmaceutical giant Novartis agreed to stop selling its irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) drug Zelnorm in May 2007, two months after the drug was recalled from the U.S. market. The March recall was prompted by the results of an extensive analysis submitted to the Food and Drug Administration by the drug's maker. According to the analysis, Zelnorm increased the risk of cardiovascular and gastrointestinal problems in patients being treated with the drug. Patients who have suffered a serious health effect as a result of taking the drug may be able to recover compensation for their losses by filing a Zelnorm lawsuit.
To learn more about your eligibility to file a Zelnorm lawsuit, please click here .
Recover Your Damages
Drug companies have a responsibility to those who take their drugs. That responsibility includes making their drugs both safe and effective as well as providing adequate warnings and other relevant safety information. If a drug company fails in this responsibility, it can be held liable for any harm suffered as a result.
In light of the recent findings, it appears that Zelnorm poses serious risks to those who use it. These risks include severe diarrhea, ischemic colitis and other gastrointestinal problems, angina, heart attack, stroke, and death .
By filing a Zelnorm lawsuit, you may be able to recover compensation for:
If use of Zelnorm resulted in death, families of the victim may be able to file a Zelnorm lawsuit to recover damages—including funeral costs—on their loved one's behalf.
Protect Your Legal Rights
Pharmaceutical companies who manufacture and market dangerous drugs should be brought to justice and held liable for the damage their products cause. If you or someone you love has been harmed by Zelnorm, you have certain legal rights that you need to ensure are protected. Please contact us today to learn more about the legal remedies available to you. An attorney experienced in complex pharmaceutical litigation will be happy to evaluate your case and explain your options at no-cost to you.
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