Pharmaceutical

Most people are shocked when they learn that the U.S. Food & Drug Administration does not test the safety and side effects of medications. Instead, the FDA allows a drug company to test its own drugs.

Over the years, the business of prescription medication has gotten more competitive and much more profitable. Drug companies are constantly pressured by their management to release new drugs and to increase sales of old drugs.

Too often, drug companies ignore safe practices and intentionally fail to conduct medical testing that would reveal potential side effects, instructions for safe use, and preexisting conditions that increase the risk of injury.

By the time the government steps in to force the company to recall the drug (or to issue a proper warning), thousands of patients have already been harmed. And these pharmaceutical giants start the cycle over with a new drug.

At Harman Law LLC, we have the resources and experience to take on drug companies who refuse to operate safely. We will hold them accountable.

If you or a family member has taken a medication and experienced severe and negative health effects afterward, you need to know your options. Please contact us today.

About Harman Law LLC
Harman Law LLC is a national law firm that fights for justice for those who have been harmed – physically or financially – by someone who refuses to do what’s right. Contact us today by filling out a questionnaire, or by calling our toll free number (1-888-554-4672) for a no-cost no-obligation preliminary evaluation of your case.

LATEST NEWS

Tylenol Recalls and Liver Failure

The popular over the counter painkiller Tylenol® has been the subject of recalls due to quality and manufacturing problems. Since 2009, McNeil Consumer Products/Janssen (subsidiaries of Johnson & Johnson) has recalled different formulations of Tylenol® worldwide for a variety of problems that could affect patient health including in some cases liver failure. Elevated levels of acetaminophen above the dosage listed on labeling have been documented in some of the formulations, increasing the risks.

Consumers are advised to discontinue use of Tylenol if there is an unusual odor or if the lot number is included on this list of Johnson & Johnson recalled products. Although the recalled products have been removed from stores, consumers may still have previously purchased Tylenol.

If you have taken one of the products from the recalled lots, keep the intact product bottle, box, or blister pack with the lot, expiration date and any remaining product.

If you have experienced side effects including liver failure or abnormal liver enzymes during or after taking Tylenol®, contact our office immediately at 888-55-HARMAN to learn more about your legal rights and potential compensation for injury. You may also fill out the inquiry form here.

Harman Law Firm offers no cost, no obligation consultations to consumers who believe they may have been harmed by defective drugs, devices, and consumer products.

Related information

“Janssen’s manufacturing problems may lead to criminal charges in Korea” by Dan Stanton, in-pharmatechnologist.com, May 20, 2013

“J&J dealing with OTC manufacturing issues on 3 continents” by Eric Palmer, Fierce Pharma Manufacturing, May 6, 2013

Prozac linked to Birth Defects

Prozac is an antidepressant made by Eli Lilly and Company.

Scientists have found a potential connection between Prozac and birth defects.

If you took Prozac while you were pregnant and then gave birth to a child with a birth defect, please contact us immediately.

Fosamax & Leg Fractures

If you have suffered a femur fracture while taking Fosamax, please contact us.

DePuy Hip Implants Recalled

Federal authorities now examining other models of DePuy hip implants for safety, including the DePuy Pinnacle.

In September 2010, DePuy Orthopaedics recalled its ASR XL Acetabular System and ASR Hip Resurfacing Platforms.

Harman Law LLC represents patients who have DePuy hip implants.

If you or a loved one has a DePuy hip implant, please contact us today by completing a brief questionnaire, or by calling our toll free number (1-888-554-2762) for a free, no-cost no-obligation evaluation of your situation.

Risperdal Linked to Gynecomastia

Risperdal^® (Risperidone) is an atypical antipsychotic drug which has been linked to serious and potentially permanent side effects such as:

Gynecomastia – boys developing breasts.

Tardive Dyskinesia – uncontrollable movement of face, tongue, and mouth.

Heart attack from heart attack (cardiac arrhythmias and other cardiac causes).

Diabetes.

We are investigating the link between Risperdal and gynecomastia (breast development in boys and adolescent males).

If you or a loved one has suffered from gynecomastia, please contact us today for a free, no-cost no-obligation evaluation of your situation.