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Common Cases2020-09-16T14:19:24-07:00

BAD DRUGS & MEDICAL DEVICES.

At Robert J. DeBry & Associates, we strive to help all members of the community. In our community, there are common cases that people may not be aware of. Learn about each common case and contact us if you or a loved one are seeking settlement.

Zantac Recall

This over the counter medication is used to treat heartburn and GERDS (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Recent quality testing from Valisure Pharmacy detected high levels of NDMA. NDMA is a known human carcinogen; it is one of the substances given to laboratory rats to cause cancer.

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TALCUM POWDER OVARIAN CANCER LAWSUIT

Both of these talc products are manufactured by J&J. Studies have confirmed that the talc is contaminated with ASBESTOS. There are several related cancers. Ovarian Cancer is the most common.

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Allergan’s Textured Breast Implants

Allergan announced a global recall of their Biocell breast implants and tissue expanders on July 24th of 2019 following a request from the FDA. The recall comes after a discovery that a rare type of cancer called anaplastic large-cell lymphoma (ALCL) has been linked to textured breast implants.

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ELMIRON (GENERIC PENTOSAN) RECALL

This medication is used to treat a medical condition known as interstitial cystitis, otherwise known as “painful bladder syndrome.” Researchers in the United States and Canada have recently discovered that long-term use of the drug can lead to macular degeneration, a degenerative eye disease.

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MONSANTO ROUNDUP NON-HODGKIN’S LYMPHOMA

Exposure to Round-up for lawn care or agriculture use has been associated with an increased risk for the development of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and other cancers.

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Provigil and Nuvigil Birth Defect Cases

This prescription medication is prescribed to folks suffering from daytime sleepiness. This would include people that have narcolepsy or do unusual shift work. It is also being prescribed to mothers. This medication crosses the placental barrier and causes birth-defects if taken during pregnancy.

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GILEAD-HIV Severe Side Effect Lawsuit

Several lawsuits are being filed against drug manufacturer Gilead after inducing severe symptoms. Lawsuits claim Gilead shelved drugs based on tenofovir alafenamide fumarate (TAF) in 2004 to protect an older franchise based on tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF). The company did this despite knowing that TAF was a safer alternative to TDF.

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3M’S COMBAT ARMS EARPLUGS LITIGATION

The company knowingly sold defective earplugs to the U.S. military without any forewarning of the earplugs’ decreased effectiveness. Without earplugs that properly and safely protect the deafening sounds of weapons and other military equipment, many members of the military who used these earplugs are left with hearing problems. Through the enforcement of the False Claims Act, soldiers who used the CAEv2 on active duty that are suffering various hearing issues can file a lawsuit against 3M.

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HERNIA MESH LAWSUIT

Since about 2007 mesh has widely been used to reinforce hernia repairs. There are several different manufactures of the mesh and a wide variety of mesh devices for varying applications. The mesh is made from polypropylene. The polypropylene is not safe for human use. Overtime it tears or shrinks, allowing the hernia to return. In more severe cases, it can perforate the bowel or other organs, resulted in a bowel obstruction.

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STRYKER LFIT V40 RECALL

Concern is growing due to the potential risks associated with the Stryker LFIT V40 cobalt chrome femoral head. Stryker sent out an “Urgent Medical Device Recall” after receiving many complaints dealing with hip replacement failure and the femoral heads. Subsequently, patients using the Stryker LFIT V40 may be at risk of causing further damage.

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