Elmiron victims
Elmiron Resources Overview
The attorneys at Bodden and Bennett Law Group are evaluating claims from individuals having been diagnosed with maculopathy following their use of Elmiron.
About the Elmiron Eye Disease Lawsuit
Since 1996, millions of people have taken Elmiron for painful bladder syndrome, or interstitial cystitis (IC). Researchers began discovering a possible connection between the drug and a serious eye disease called maculopathy in 2015. Yet Janssen Pharmaceutical, the manufacturer of Elmiron, has failed to warn the public about the risks despite accumulating evidence.
The drug is typically prescribed in doses of 300 milligrams daily to IC patients. Some doctors have prescribed 800 or even 1500 milligrams in more severe cases. Millions of people are taking a drug that may one day deprive them of their sight, and untold numbers are likely to be already suffering serious health consequences.
A Hidden Danger
Elmiron was not known to be associated with risks until 2015 when Emory Eye Center doctors identified an eye condition they hadn’t seen before in six women. There was no apparent cause for this form of maculopathy. All six women had taken Elmiron for years, according to further investigation.
Further studies released in 2018 and 2019 confirm Elmiron’s relationship with maculopathy. It is not yet known how Elmiron causes maculopathy.
The manufacturer does not list eye disease as a possible side effect in spite of mounting evidence. Elmiron has already caused serious eye injuries to hundreds of thousands of people, and there is no telling how many more are at risk.
Fight for Compensation
In the event that you or someone you love took Elmiron and developed maculopathy, you could be entitled to compensation for medical costs, pain and suffering, lost wages, and other damages. We are here to assist you in getting that compensation.
FAQ
Is it time to stop taking Elmiron?
Talk to your healthcare professional about your options if you are taking this drug.
Who Can File an Elmiron Lawsuit?
If you took Elmiron and developed maculopathy, you should consider suing the drug’s manufacturer. You may have a case if you meet the following criteria:
- Over the age of 18
- A maculopathy was diagnosed after taking Elmiron
- You, a minor, or another family member may file
How Much Can I Recover from an Elmiron Lawsuit?
Although every case is unique, people who file drug or medical device lawsuits may be able to recover compensation for some or all of the following damages:
- Past and future medical bills (including medication, hospital stays, and in-home care)
- Pain and suffering
- Lost wages
- Loss of earning capacity
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