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Duragesic Patch Lawsuit

Johnson & Johnson's popular transdermal painkiller, the Duragesic patch, contains a potent dose of fentanyl-a powerful painkiller 80 times stronger than morphine. The Duragesic patch has been linked to a number of severe, life-threatening, side effects including:

  • Depressed respiratory function
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Coma
  • Death

If you or a loved one has suffered the devastating effects of the pain patch, you may be eligible to file a Duragesic patch lawsuit to seek monetary compensation for your losses. Please contact us today to speak with a qualified personal injury attorney about your legal rights and options.

Duragesic Adverse Events

The Food and Drug Administration is currently investigating more than 120 deaths associated with the Duragesic pain patch. The patch works by releasing a continuous dose of fentanyl, which can become deadly in the event of a leak or when the patch is used with drugs, like sleep aids or antipsychotics, which slow down the nervous system.

In 2005, Johnson & Johnson recalled 2.5 million Duragesic patches as a result of patient complaints about the defective drug. In 2006, a Texas jury found the patch caused a 42-year-old woman to die from a fentanyl overdose and awarded her family almost $1 million in a Duragesic patch lawsuit.

Should I File a Duragesic Patch Lawsuit?

A Duragesic patch lawsuit allows those who have suffered severe Duragesic side effects to seek economic and non-economic recovery for their damages, including:

  • Pain and suffering
  • Lost income capacity
  • Medical bills
  • Loss of consortium
  • More

Furthermore, a Duragesic patch lawsuit may help prevent future deaths and serious injuries as a result of the defective drug by holding Johnson & Johnson liable for their wrongdoing. If you would like to learn more information about filing a Duragesic patch lawsuit, please click here to consult with a qualified and experienced personal injury lawyer who can protect your legal rights and help you get the compensation you deserve.

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