Dangerous Drugs: Propulsid, Rezulin, Fen-Phen and Redux

PROPULSID–Taken for heartburn and acid reflux

REZULIN–Taken for diabetes

FEN-PHEN, REDUX–Taken for weight control

As reported in the news, Propulsid, Rezulin, Fen-Phen, and Redux were once promoted as completely safe and effective; however, evidence recently uncovered has proved that these drugs have potentially life-threatening side effects. If you have taken any of these drugs, you should contact, Stampone Law to schedule a consultation.

PROPULSID (also known as CISAPRIDE)

Propulsid is a prescription drug for the treatment of symptoms of nighttime heartburn in adults with gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD). Although approved only for adults, it has also been used in infants and children.
 
Propulsid is now known to cause serious cardiac arrhythmia and has been associated with two other heart-related problems. People who have taken Propulsid may not be aware that they have these injuries. The appropriate tests to detect these injuries are an electrocardiogram and a Holter monitor. It is important for everyone exposed to this drug to consult their doctor to determine if they should be tested. If you have taken Propulsid and have had an episode of rapid heartbeat, passing out, heart fluttering, or a massive heart attack, you should contact Stampone Law immediately.

REZULIN (also known as TROGLITAZONE)

Rezulin is a prescription drug used by diabetics who were insulin users and whose disease could no longer be controlled by diet and exercise alone. Warner-Lambert, the marketer of Rezulin, did warn physicians and patients about a small association of liver damage. However, the company significantly under-reported to the Food and Drug Administration the number of people who took the drug and reported liver disease.

The liver is one organ that regenerates; however, serious liver disease is oftentimes fatal. Liver enzyme tests, either ALT or AST, indicate liver damage. We recommend that everyone exposed to Rezulin consult their doctor to see if it is necessary to have these liver enzyme tests performed.

FEN-PHEN, REDUX

Fen-Phen and Redux are prescription drugs taken for weight control. People who have taken Fen-Phen may have heart valve problems and not have any symptoms. Those with valve problems suffer from aortic regurgitation, which occurs when blood leaks from the aorta (the large artery that distributes blood to the body) back through the aortic valve and into the left ventricle. Normally, blood should flow forward, not backwards, through the valve.

The most serious condition linked to users of Fen-Phen is primary pulmonary hypertension (PPH). This is a blood vessel disorder of the lungs in which the pressure in the pulmonary artery rises above normal levels. PPH is a life-threatening condition. If you have taken Fen-Phen or Redux, you may have suffered injury without any symptoms. It is essential that you consult your doctor about obtaining an echocardiogram.  Please contact us for assistance in learning more about your legal rights.