Ketek Drug Caused Liver Failures and Death
The respiratory drug Ketek has been linked to at least 55 cases of liver failure and five deaths. Additional side effects include loss of consciousness, vision problems and irregular heartbeats.
On February 12, 2007, Sanofi-Aventis added a black box warning to the antibiotic Ketek and the FDA severely restricted its use. A black box warning is the strictest warning the FDA can place on a prescription drug and illustrates the health hazards associated with use of the drug.
Amid further concerns regarding the safety of the drug, the FDA also required new labeling to indicate the drug should only be used to treat pneumonia of mild to moderate severity. The agency removed previously approved uses for bronchitis and sinusitis, saying “the balance of benefits and risks no longer support approval of the drug for these indications.”
Personal injury attorneys at Pintas Law Firm firmly believe it was the responsibility of drug manufacture Sanofi-Aventis to warn users of all safety risks associated with Ketek use. In failing to do so, thousands have been unknowingly exposed to these risks. . Experienced attorneys at our Chicago law firm will provide you with a free consultation and explanation of your legal rights.