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Zicam attorneys are experienced defective drug lawyers who specialize in recovering compensation for individuals injured after taking the Zicam cold remedy.
Known to cause loss of smell, Zicam is a decongestant nasal spray that constricts the nasal blood vessels to help the sinuses drain. To date, Zicam attorneys have recovered over $12 million dollars for over 340 patients who lost their sense of smell after taking Zicam.
The lawsuits and monetary awards are expected to increase as the public becomes aware of severe Zicam side effects.
If you or a loved one lost your sense of smell after taking Zicam, you may be entitled to a settlement for your injuries and losses. Learn more about your legal rights by meeting with a Zicam lawyer during a free initial consultation today.
Generically known as oxymetazoline nasal, Zicam is a nasal spray that is indicated for use in the treatment of:
According to the instructions on its label, Zicam should be taken up to twice daily (every 12 hours) for no more than 5 days. Overdosing on Zicam is one of the contributing factors to the development of Zicam-induced anosmia (loss of smell).
Zicam is produced by Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. and, up until June 2009, was available over-the-counter in pharmacies nationwide.
Following the multiple patient reports of serious Zicam side effects, on June 16, 2009, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a national warning that:
As of yet, Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. has yet to admit that Zicam is a defective drug.
Should Zicam users be diagnosed with anosmia, it's essential that they subsequently meet with a Zicam lawyer. If you’ve been harmed after taking Zicam, you should know that the sooner you meet with a lawyer, the more likely you will be able to recover compensation for the medical costs, physical injuries and emotional trauma you incurred.
The benefits of working with experienced Zicam attorneys include (but aren't limited to):
To schedule a FREE consultation with an experienced Zicam attorney, please contact us today.
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