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Primary Pulmonary Hypertension Lawyer

A Primary Pulmonary Hypertension lawyer is a legal professional with experience representing individuals who have developed Primary Pulmonary Hypertension (PPH) or related injuries because of prescription diet drug use. A Primary Pulmonary Hypertension lawyer knows the best way to protect and maximize a client's legal interests so that they have the greatest chance of being fairly compensated for their losses.

A Primary Pulmonary Hypertension lawyer can file a personal injury lawsuit on behalf of an individual who has taken Fen Phen and developed Primary Pulmonary Hypertension or a related medical condition. Fen Phen is the chemical combination of fenfluramine and phentermine, popularly sold under brand names Pondimin and Redux. These drugs, produced by Wyeth (a subsidiary of American Home Products Corporation), were recalled on September 15, 1997 after numerous cases of Primary Pulmonary Hypertension in Fen Phen users were discovered.

The recall was prompted by the results of research conducted by the Mayo Clinic. This study revealed 24 cases of Fen Phen users who developed Primary Pulmonary Hypertension as a result. The study found that of all Primary Pulmonary Hypertension patients studied, thirty percent had taken Fen Phen. After the results of this study were publicized, the FDA received another 75 Primary Pulmonary Hypertension reports from people who had taken Fen Phen.

Investigation into the drug manufacturer's marketing history for Pondimin and Redux has revealed several situations were the company knew of the risks associated with Fen Phen, but chose to keep this information hidden from public view. The FDA reports that the company intentionally miscoded patient reports of PPH injuries and failed to adequately conduct medical monitoring for potential drug side effect dangers. A Primary Pulmonary Hypertension lawyer can use this information to develop a favorable case that proves Fen Phen manufacturers acted negligently in allowing their dangerous product to remain on the market despite PPH risks.

A Primary Pulmonary Hypertension lawyer knows what evidence and proof will elicit the most favorable outcome in a Fen Phen case. Following the 1997 recall, thousands of injured Fen Phen users sought the professional services of a Primary Pulmonary Hypertension lawyer to help them seek compensation for their losses. The volume of lawsuits filed because of PPH Fen Phen injuries was so great that the initial litigation prompted the establishment of a settlement trust intended to compensate individuals who have suffered because of Fen Phen injuries. In 2003 it was estimated that only one-third of the 37,000 serious Primary Pulmonary Hypertension injury cases had been addressed by this compensation trust.

If you would like to learn more about your legal rights and options in a Fen Phen case, please contact us to speak with a qualified and experienced Primary Pulmonary Hypertension lawyer.

 

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