DURGASIC TRANSDERMAL PATCH LINKED TO ORGAN FAILURE

Duragesic (fentanyl transdermal system), a time-release pain medication patch, has been linked to multiple organ failure in patients. A lawsuit was filed in December 2005 on behalf of a woman who suffered multiple organ failure and died while using the patch.

The Food and Drug Administration began investigating the safety of Duragesic in 2005 and issued a public health advisory in July 2005. Duragesic is manufactured by Pharmaceutica (Johnson & Johnson.) The particular organs affected by Duragesic have not been identified by Johnson & Johnson.

Case Background

Duragesic is an analgesic, or pain reliever, prescribed to manage chronic, long-lasting pain. It contains the opiod fentanyl. It is a patch worn on the skin that periodically releases pain medication into the system. It may be prescribed to alleviate joint or back pain, or pain associated with cancer. It is generally used when the pain cannot be managed by less potent pain relievers.

Health Risks and Symptoms

• shallow or labored breathing;
• tiredness;
• extreme sleepiness or sedation;
• inability to think, talk, or walk normally;
• confusion;
• and dizziness.

Do I Qualify for an Duragesic Lawsuit?

If you or a member of your family has taken Duragesic, then you may qualify for a lawsuit claim. Thousands of people have already filed claims.

In America today there are thousands of mass lawsuits and billions of dollars in unclaimed monies available for victims. If you have been wronged by a major corporation, you may be entitled to compensation for treatments and pain and suffering.

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