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Fosamax Lawsuit
On March 3, 2010, the FDA issued a drug safety communication on Fosamax, a drug used to treat osteoporosis. The communication warned doctors and patients of a possible link between Fosamax and femur fractures. Fosamax is manufactured by Merck, and is one of the company’s blockbuster drugs. However, a growing number of patients are reporting that Fosamax causes severe side effects such as femur fractures, osteonecrosis of the jaw, and heart conditions. Patients injured by the serious side effects associated with Fosamax may be entitled to file a Fosamax lawsuit seeking compensation for their injuries. With a Fosamax lawsuit, injured patients may be able to collect compensation for:
- Medical bills
- Loss of income
- Pain and suffering
- Permanent disability costs
- Out-of-pocket expenses
Fosamax Lawsuit for Femur Fractures
In addition to osteonecrosis of the jaw and musculoskeletal pain, Fosamax has been linked to femur fractures. Numerous cases have been reported in which long term users sustained femur fractures during
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Fosamax Lawsuit for Failure to Warn
In 2008, the FDA reached out to Merck about the link between Fosamax and femur fractures. It took Merck sixteen months to insert an “adverse events” warning on its drug package. In March 2010, the FDA took further action by issuing a drug safety communication. Numerous lawsuits against Merck allege that the company was negligent for failing to promptly warn Fosamax users about its dangerous side effects.
How to File a Fosamax Lawsuit
If you or a loved one experienced serious Fosamax side effects you may be eligible to file a Fosamax lawsuit seeking compensation for your injuries and reimbursement for your expenses. Please contact us today for a free assessment of your potential Fosamax lawsuit and find out if you are eligible for compensation.
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