Reglan® Attorney
(800) 664-3381
Reglan® attorneys are personal injury attorneys who specialize in building lawsuits and winning compensation for anyone injured after taking Reglan®, a medication prescribed for various gastrointestinal disorders.
Generically known as metoclopramide, the Reglan® drug is produced by Schwarz Pharma and may also be sold under the following brand names:
- Degan by Lek
- Maxeran by Sanofi Aventis
- Maxolon by Shire/Valeant
- Primperan by Sanofi Aventis
- Pylomid by Bosnalijek.
Reglan® was first approved by the FDA in 1985 and may come in the form of tablets, syrup or injections.
Reglan® Injuries
In most cases of Reglan® side effects, the complications are minor, respond well to treatment (if needed) and will dissipate when patients stop taking the medication.
However, in rare instances, serious Reglan® side effects may include:
- agranulocytosis, low levels of white blood cells (If left untreated, agranulocytosis can result in osteoporosis and other irreversible conditions.)
- aldosteronism, a condition in which the adrenal glands produce excessive hormones and cause low blood-potassium levels (If left untreated, aldosteronism can be fatal, as it may result in heart attack, heart failure, stroke or kidney failure.)
- depression and/or suicidal thoughts
- hallucinations
- jaundice
- neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), a life-threatening neurological condition marked by delirium, fever and muscle rigidity
- seizures
- severe allergic reaction
- tachycardia, an arrhythmia marked by increased heart rate
- tardive dyskinesia, involuntary, repetitive writhing movements affecting the face, trunk and/or limbs.
If left untreated, most of these Reglan® complications will be fatal.
FDA Reglan® Warnings
On February 26, 2009, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a national Reglan® warning, alerting the public that Schwarz Pharma was required to put "black box" warnings on Reglan® packaging.
Black box warnings, the last step before a full-fledged recall, indicate that a drug has the potential to cause life-threatening side effects. Along with listing all possible side effects of a medication, black box warnings will also inform patients of known risk factors and what to do in the event of a medical emergency.
Meeting with a Reglan® Attorney
Those injured after taking Reglan® should meet with an experienced Reglan® attorney to:
- Learn more about their legal rights.
- Find out if they have a legal claim against Schwarz Pharma.
- Learn more about the process of building and winning a Reglan® lawsuit.
- Get advice regarding the best manner in which to pursue their claim, based on their individual needs and unique situation.
Plaintiffs who work with experienced Reglan® attorneys will benefit from:
- access to specialists who can verify medical claims when expert testimony is needed
- professional representation in court, arbitration and/or medication proceedings.
To encourage injured parties to seek the settlements they deserve, Regan attorneys offer initial consultations for free and work on contingency – so no payment for legal services is due until or unless the case is won.
If You Have Been Injured by Reglan®
Have you or a loved one been injured after using Reglan®? If so, contact us to speak with an experienced Reglan® Attorney who specializes in drug recall litigation & lawsuits. Let us help you win the compensation you need and deserve.
