Pradaxa Lawsuit Update 03/20/2012
The first Pradaxa Lawsuithas been filed and was immediately followed by two other individuals filing their own Pradaxa Lawsuit in three separate States.
The first three Pradaxa lawsuits were filed in Federal Court in this month againt Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals Inc.; in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana. We expect that numerous additional individuals will file a Praxada Lawsuit over the coming months as a result of hemorrhaging issues.
If you took Pradaxa and have sustained an injury you believe may be related to Pradaxa contact us today so that we can arrange a free consultation with an attorney taking clients that need legal representation for a Pradaxa Lawsuit. Contact us by using the form to the right or by calling the toll free number below:
Pradaxa Lawsuit
It has been reported to Best Legal Source that Boehringer Ingelheim Inc, the manufacturer of Pradaxa is aware of numerous deaths related to Pradaxa and Hemorrhaging yet we are not aware of any move on the part of Boehringer Ingelheim Inc. to remove Pradaxa from the market. We have noticed what appears to be an increase in television advertising to promote the product by Boehringer Ingelheim Inc. although we have no statistical data to support our observation. The television advertising to promote Pradaxa could be occurring at the same rate as it was prior to the FDA warning about Pradaxa and hemmoraging. In anycase, the filing of the first Pradaxa Lawsuit does not seem to have effected Boehringer Ingelheims desire to promote Pradaxa. In many cases drug companies determine that it is more profitable to continue to promote a drug and pay lawsuits over the injuries the drug causes that it is to take all necessary action to prevent future injuries occurring. This might be the case with Pradaxa, it may be cheaper to pay settlements on one Pradaxa Lawsuit after another than it would be to remove the drug from the market or reformulate the drug in an effort to prevent future injuries resulting in more people filing a Pradaxa Lawsuit.
One thing that is for certain is that Boehringer Ingelheim Inc, continues to promote Pradaxa on television despite the fact that they are aware of a large number of deaths attributed to the drug and have already named by at least three individuals as the defendant in a Pradaxa Lawsuit. The continued promotion of Pradaxa may well lead to more injuries and death and subsequently more Pradaxa Lawsuits. From our point of view it does not seem that the injuries and resulting Pradaxa Lawsuit and future Pradaxa Lawsuits to come is sufficient to convince Boehringer Ingelheim Inc. that they may want to reconsider how agressively the promote Pradaxa.
Best Legal Source is in no way affiliated with Boehringer Ingelheim Inc. Pradaxa is a trademark of Boehringer Ingelheim Inc. Our use of the words Pradaxa, Pradaxa Lawsuit and Pradaxa Lawsuits are in no way intended to imply an affiliation between best legal source and Boehringer Ingelheim Inc. Best Legal Source is not the maker of Pradaxa or any other product.
Best Legal Source exists to help individuals who have been injured by drugs like Pradaxa find the best possible legal counsel to handle their Pradaxa Lawsuit. Not all lawyers are experienced with cases like the Pradaxa Lawsuit and it is imperative that any individual that has been injured by Pradaxa find an attorney with the proper background and experience to represent them in their Pradaxa Lawsuit. Best Legal Source only works with Law Firms that will take your Pradaxa Lawsuit on a contingency basis. This means if they do not win your case, you pay no legal fees and their is never an up front charge or out of pocket expenses on your part to file your Praxdaxa Lawsuit. You have everything to gain and nothing to lose by calling Best Legal Source today:
Excerpt from the FDA Website that could effect the time limit in which you can file your Pradaxa Lawsuit.
Boehringer Ingelheim Inc
The following updated medication guide for Pradaxa, taken from the FDA website, was released in January of 2012. Unfortunately very few people read these medication guides and their accompany warnings and therefore individuals often take medications without knowing the risks involved. As a result it is likely that
individuals will continue to be injured by Pradaxa.
Pradaxa Lawsuit Time Limit
One effect this new medication guide does have, regardless of whether the person taking Pradaxa reads it or not, is that it can effect the time limit in which an individual has to file a Pradaxa Lawsuit if they have already been injured and can prevent individuals who start taking Pradaxa after the date the new warnings were released from being able to file a Pradaxa Lawsuit if they are injured by Pradaxa in the future. Every State has a time limit that you must file most lawsuits in, including a Pradaxa Lawsuit once you have been injured. One of the things that can start the clock ticking on how long an individual has to file a case like a Pradaxa Lawsuit is based on when and if the manufacturer warned of the risks associated with their product that gave rise to a given individuals Pradaxa Lawsuit. It is important to seek legal advice as soon as you become aware that injuries you or a loved on have sustained could have been the result of taking Pradaxa.
MEDICATION GUIDE PRADAXA (pra dax’ a) (dabigatran etexilate mesylate) capsules
Read this Medication Guide before you start taking PRADAXA and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This Medication Guide does not take the place of talking with your doctor about your medical condition or your treatment.
What is the most important information I should know about PRADAXA?
• PRADAXA can cause bleeding which can be serious, and sometimes lead to death. This is because PRADAXA is a blood thinner medicine that lowers the chance of blood clots forming in your body.
• You may have a higher risk of bleeding if you take PRADAXA and:
• are over 75 years old
• have kidney problems
• have stomach or intestine bleeding that is recent or keeps coming back, or you have a
stomach ulcer
• take other medicines that increase your risk of bleeding, including:
o aspirin or aspirin containing products
o long-term (chronic) use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
o warfarin sodium (Coumadin®, Jantoven®)
o a medicine that contains heparin
o clopidogrel (Plavix®)
o prasugrel (Effient®)
• have certain kidney problems and also take the medicines dronedarone (Multaq®) or ketoconazole tablets (Nizoral®).
Tell your doctor if you take any of these medicines. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure if your medicine is one listed above.
• PRADAXA can increase your risk of bleeding because it lessens the ability of your blood to
clot. While you take PRADAXA:
• you may bruise more easily
• it may take longer for any bleeding to stop
Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of these signs or symptoms of bleeding:
unexpected bleeding or bleeding that lasts a long time, such as:
•unusual bleeding from the gums
•nose bleeds that happen often
•menstrual bleeding or vaginal bleeding that is heavier than normal
•bleeding that is severe or you cannot control
•pink or brown urine
•red or black stools (looks like tar) • bruises that happen without a known cause or get larger • cough up blood or blood clots • vomit blood or your vomit looks like “coffee grounds” • unexpected pain, swelling, or joint pain • headaches, feeling dizzy or weak
•Reference ID: 3069855
Take PRADAXA exactly as prescribed. Do not stop taking PRADAXA without first talking to the doctor who prescribes it for you. Stopping PRADAXA may increase your risk of a stroke.
PRADAXA may need to be stopped, if possible, for one or more days before any surgery, or medical or dental procedure. If you need to stop taking PRADAXA for any reason, talk to the doctor who prescribed PRADAXA for you to find out when you should stop taking it. Your doctor will tell you when to start taking PRADAXA again after your surgery or procedure.
See “What are the possible side effects of PRADAXA?” for more information about side effects.
What is PRADAXA?
PRADAXA is a prescription medicine used to reduce the risk of stroke and blood clots in people who have a medical condition called atrial fibrillation. With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming and increase your risk of a stroke. PRADAXA is a blood thinner medicine that lowers the chance of blood clots forming in your body.
It is not known if PRADAXA is safe and works in children.
Who should not take PRADAXA? Do not take PRADAXA if you currently have certain types of abnormal bleeding. Talk to your doctor, before taking PRADAXA if you currently have unusual bleeding. • have had a serious allergic reaction to PRADAXA. Ask your doctor if you are not sure.
What should I tell my doctor before taking PRADAXA?
Before you take PRADAXA, tell your doctor if you:
• have kidney problems • have ever had bleeding problems
• have ever had stomach ulcers • have any other medical condition
• are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if PRADAXA will harm your
unborn baby.
• are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if PRADAXA passes into your breast milk.
Tell all of your doctors and dentists that you are taking PRADAXA. They should talk to the doctor who prescribed PRADAXA for you, before you have any surgery, or medical or dental procedure. Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Some of your other medicines may affect the way PRADAXA works. Certain medicines may increase your risk of bleeding. See “What is the most important information I should know about PRADAXA?”
Especially tell your doctor if you take:
• rifampin (Rifater, Rifamate, Rimactane, Rifadin)
Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of them and show it to your doctor and pharmacist when you get a new medicine.
Reference ID: 3069855
How should I take PRADAXA?
• Take PRADAXA exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Do not take PRADAXA more often than your doctor tells you to. • You can take PRADAXA with or without food.
• PRADAXA comes in a bottle or in a blister package. • Only open 1 bottle of PRADAXA at a time. Finish your opened bottle of PRADAXA
before opening a new bottle. • After opening a bottle of PRADAXA, use within 4 months. See “How should I store PRADAXA?”
• When it is time for you to take a dose of PRADAXA, only remove your prescribed
dose of PRADAXA from your open bottle or blister package. • Tightly close your bottle of PRADAXA right away after you take your dose. • Swallow PRADAXA capsules whole. Do not break, chew, or empty the pellets from the
capsule. • If you miss a dose of PRADAXA, take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is less than 6 hours away, skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses of PRADAXA at the same time. • Your doctor will decide how long you should take PRADAXA. Do not stop taking PRADAXA without first talking with your doctor. Stopping PRADAXA may increase your risk of stroke.
• Do not run out of PRADAXA. Refill your prescription before you run out. If you plan to have surgery, or a medical or a dental procedure, tell your doctor and dentist that you are taking PRADAXA. You may have to stop taking PRADAXA for a short time. See “What is the most important information I should know about PRADAXA?”
• If you take too much PRADAXA, go to the nearest hospital emergency room or call your doctor.
• Call your healthcare provider right away if you fall or injure yourself, especially if you hit your head. Your healthcare provider may need to check you.
What are the possible side effects of PRADAXA?
PRADAXA can cause serious side effects.
• See “What is the most important information I should know about PRADAXA?” • Allergic Reactions. In some people, PRADAXA can cause symptoms of an allergic
reaction, including hives, rash, and itching. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you get any of the following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction with PRADAXA:
•chest pain or chest tightness
•swelling of your face or tongue
•trouble breathing or wheezing
•feeling dizzy or faint Common side effects of PRADAXA include:
•indigestion, upset stomach, or burning • stomach pain
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.
Reference ID: 3069855
These are not all of the possible side effects of PRADAXA. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1800-FDA-1088.
How should I store PRADAXA?
• Store PRADAXA at room temperature between 59F to 86F (15C to 30C). After opening the bottle, use PRADAXA within 4 months. Safely throw away any unused PRADAXA after 4 months.
• Keep PRADAXA in the original bottle or blister package to keep it dry (protect the capsules from moisture). Do not put PRADAXA in pill boxes or pill organizers.
• Tightly close your bottle of PRADAXA right away after you take your dose. Keep PRADAXA and all medicines out of the reach of children.
General information about PRADAXA
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Medication Guide. Do not use PRADAXA for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give your PRADAXA to other people, even if they have the same symptoms. It may harm them.
This Medication Guide summarizes the most important information about PRADAXA. If you would like more information, talk with your doctor. You can ask your pharmacist or doctor for information about PRADAXA that is written for health professionals.
For more information, go to www.PRADAXA.com or call 1-800-542-6257 or (TTY) 1-800-4599906.
What are the ingredients in PRADAXA?
Active ingredient: dabigatran etexilate mesylate
Inactive ingredients: acacia, dimethicone, hypromellose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, talc, and tartaric acid. The capsule shell is composed of carrageenan, FD&C Blue No. 2 (150 mg strength only), FD&C Yellow No. 6, hypromellose, potassium chloride, titanium dioxide, and black edible ink.
This Medication Guide has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Distributed by: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Ridgefield, CT 06877 USA
Revised: January 2012
The brands listed above are trademarks of their respective owners and are not trademarks of Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. The owners of these brands are not affiliated with and do not endorse Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc., or its products.
Copyright 2012 Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Reference ID: 3069855
75461-05
IT5060MA042012
75457-05 IT5400K
Reference ID:
End excerpt from FDA
A Pradaxa Lawsuit may be your only way to recover from the financial devastation caused by injuries related to Pradaxa. Many people are reluctant to file a lawsuit of any kind however, if you have been injured by Pradaxa, a Pradaxa Lawsuit may well be your only means of seeking justice and compensation for your injuries. If you have decided that you want to speak to an attorney about filing a Pradaxa Lawsuit, then give us a call now. We will listen and take the time to help you get the justice you deserve. Call today about your potential Pradaxa Lawsuit.
Pradaxa Lawsuit Contact Agreement