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Lamisil Class Action Lawsuits Information
Lamisil is a tablet medication for the treatment of
onychomycosis, or nail fungus. The FDA issued a public health advisory warning
physicians of the link between Lamisil and hepatic adverse events. The Lamisil
risks include liver failure that can lead to death or liver transplant.
Manufacturer Novartis Pharmaceuticals revised the labeling for Lamisil in the
Warnings, Precautions, and Adverse Reactions sections.
The FDA received 16 reports of liver failure cases in Lamisil patients as of
April 2001. In addition, prescribing errors have occurred instead of prescribing
Lamisil patients have received Lamictal, an anti-epileptic.
Lamisil Side Effects
Lamisil side effects are very dangerous and deadly. The FDA
found the Lamisil side effects to be so dangerous that a public health advisory
warning was issued, in addition to Lamisil labeling changes. The FDA had
received reports of liver failure in Lamisil patients, often leading to death.
There were 16 Lamisil side effects liver failure reports as of April 2001. When
the Lamisil side effects warning was issued, healthcare professionals were sent
letters alerting them of the reports of Lamisil liver failure, transplantation,
and death. Physicians were recommended to take nail specimens for lab testing in
potential Lamisil patients to reduce unnecessary risk of Lamisil side effects.
More Lamisil Information
Some patients suffering nail fungus may want to seek
alternatives to Lamisil, particularly if running a high risk of suffering
Lamisil side effects. There has been an increased risk of suffering Lamisil
liver failure, transplantation, and death and some patients with preexisting
conditions could better benefit from alternatives to Lamisil. An FDA public
health advisory warning was issued after reports of liver failure and death had
been made, and the FDA recommended physicians first take nail specimens for lab
testing before determining if Lamisil will best suit the patient or if
alternatives to Lamisil should be considered.
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