Darvocet Lawsuit
against Eli Lilly Company and Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals
What is Darvocet?
Darvocet is an analgesic medication, which was used to relieve pain. It was commonly prescribed to manage arthritis and other painful conditions. Darvocet is a combination of propoxyphene and acetaminophen and belongs to the drug class known as narcotic or opioid analgesics. Drugs in this class relieve pain by affecting how the brain perceives or senses pain.
Darvocet is available as Darvocet N-50, Darvocet N-100, and Darvocet A500 (tablets), as well as Darvon pulvules (capsules). Taking certain over-the-counter medications, which contains acetaminophen, can put an individual at risk for serious, and possibly fatal, side effects.
Propoxyphene has been reportedly been associated with 2,110 reported accidental deaths in the United States since 1981. A large percentage of these deaths occurred because a majority of the drug is converted into a metabolite that is highly toxic to the heart and lasts longer in the body than the original compound, resulting in cardiac depression. Adverse cardiac events associated with propoxyphene include an interruption of heart transmission of electrical impulses, slowed heartbeats and a decreased ability of the heart to contract properly.
In November, 2010, the FDA finally announced that it was pulling off the U.S. market the prescription painkillers, Darvon and Darvocet, which combines Darvon with the aspirin substitute acetaminophen, because of new scientific evidence they can damage the heart, even at recommended doses, or cause fatal cardiac abnormalities.
The manufacturer, Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals Inc.of Newport, Ky., agreed to withdraw the two brand-name drugs. The agency is also asking manufacturers of generic propoxyphene to do the same.
Side Effects of Darvocet, Darvon or generic propoxyphene
Patients may be entitled to compensation through a lawsuit for the following side effects:
• Heart Arrythmia
• Heart Attack
• Suicide
• Overdose
• Death
What to do if you have taken or are currently taking, Darvocet, Darvon or generic propoxyphene
Patients taking Darvocet, Darvon, or other generic propoxyphene medications should see their prescribing physician. Pursuant to the FDA ban, doctors have been advised to discontinue prescribing these medications and to work with patients to find appropriate alternatives. However, due to the addictive nature of propoxyphene, patients may need to wean off the medication. At this time, the cardiac risks and problems associated with propoxyphene are not considered ongoing and should resolve once the drug is discontinued.
Our Lawyers Are Here To Fight For You
Stark & Stark has a team of attorneys that are currently reviewing cases of victims who have suffered adverse effects as a result of taking Darvocet, Darvon or generic propoxyphene. Thousands of lawsuits are expected to be filed. We are here to review the specifics of your situation. We will review your case for free and you have no obligation to proceed with a lawsuit whatsoever. Find out today from our team of experienced attorneys what your rights are and how to best protect your family.
Stark & Stark’s Mass Tort / Pharmaceutical Litigation Team pursues claims throughout the United States against manufacturers of drugs and medical devices so they are held accountable when their products are proven to be defective or cause injury to the people who use them.
If you feel you have experienced any side-effects from taking Darvocet, Darvon or generic propoxyphene you can contact Stark & Stark and speak to one of the Mass Tort/Pharmaceutical Litigation attorneys, free of charge, who can help assess any claims that you might have against the Darvocet or Darvon manufacturers.
