Bad Drug

Many people don’t realize they might be victims of a dangerous or defective drug. Pharmaceutical companies are responsible for ensuring that their drugs are safe and effective, but profit pressures can sometimes lead to corner-cutting or dishonest practices. Dangerous drug attorneys look for specific signs that a drug may qualify as defective or harmful, such as:

• Misleading marketing or incomplete information provided to doctors and the public.
• Errors or inaccuracies in labeling, including missing warnings.
• Delays in reporting harmful effects once discovered.

In some cases, a defective drug lawyer may even order testing of the drug to determine whether it was tainted or contained incorrect ingredients.

What Makes a Drug a “Bad Drug”?

A drug may be classified as dangerous or defective for several reasons. These include:

1. Tainted or Defective Drugs

This category includes a wide range of manufacturing and distribution problems, such as:

• Drugs that were chemically altered or spoiled during shipping or storage.
• Manufacturing defects, like misprinted labels that omit important ingredients or warnings.
• Intentional substitution of cheaper or unsafe ingredients (though this is rare in drugs manufactured in the U.S.).

2. Dangerous Side Effects

Manufacturers are legally required to disclose all known side effects. However, this doesn’t always happen, often due to:

• Inadequate testing or too-small sample sizes during clinical trials.
• Side effects that take years to manifest.
• Intentional concealment or alteration of data by the drug manufacturer.

3. Deceptive Marketing

Pharmaceutical companies market their drugs to both consumers and doctors, creating a potential conflict of interest. Examples of deceptive practices include:

• Overstating a drug’s benefits while downplaying side effects.
• Failing to provide accurate or complete safety information to medical professionals.

Examples of Dangerous or Bad Drugs

There are hundreds of drugs that have caused harm to patients, sometimes for years before the dangerous effects are fully understood. At Bert McDowell Injury Law, we are currently investigating claims related to the following drugs:

• Actos (linked to bladder cancer)
• AndroGel Testosterone (linked to heart attacks and strokes)
• Benicar (linked to gastrointestinal damage)
• Byetta (linked to pancreatic cancer)
• Eliquis (linked to internal bleeding)
• Invokana (linked to kidney damage and ketoacidosis)
• Januvia & Janumet (linked to pancreatic cancer)
• Kombiglyze (linked to heart failure)
• Lipitor (linked to type 2 diabetes)
• Onglyza (linked to heart failure)
• Prilosec & Nexium (linked to kidney damage)
• Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) (linked to kidney disease)
• Risperdal (linked to abnormal breast growth in males)
• Taxotere (linked to permanent hair loss)
• Tylenol (linked to liver damage)
• Xarelto (linked to uncontrollable bleeding)
• Yasmin and Yaz (linked to blood clots and strokes)
• Zofran (linked to birth defects)

Even if the drug you’ve taken isn’t on this list, you may still have a case. Drug companies have a duty to protect patients, and no one should suffer due to their negligence.

What Are Your Rights If You’re a Victim of a Bad Drug?

If you’ve been harmed by a defective or dangerous drug, you have the right to seek compensation for your injuries. This could include:

• Medical expenses related to the harmful effects of the drug.
• Lost wages or reduced earning capacity.
• Pain and suffering, both physical and emotional.
• Compensation for the loss of a loved one in fatal cases.

Bad drug lawsuits are often large, complex cases involving class actions or multidistrict litigation (MDL). Timelines can be aggressive, so it’s crucial to act quickly.

How Bert McDowell Injury Law Can Help

At Bert McDowell Injury Law, we understand the pain and frustration that victims of dangerous drugs experience. While no amount of money can undo the harm caused, we believe that holding pharmaceutical companies accountable can provide the resources victims and their families need to move forward.

Why Choose Us?

• Experienced Representation: With years of experience handling defective drug cases, we know how to take on big pharmaceutical companies and win.
• No Upfront Costs: You don’t pay anything unless we recover compensation for you.
• Compassionate Advocacy: We’re here to listen, support, and fight for your rights every step of the way.

Take Action Today

If you suspect you’ve been harmed by a dangerous or defective drug, don’t wait to take action. Call Bert McDowell Injury Law at (475) 231-3274 for a FREE consultation today. We’ll help you understand your options and guide you through the legal process, so you can focus on what matters most—your health and recovery.