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Philadelphia Drug Side Effect Lawyer

When a pharmaceutical error occurs, the patient runs the risk of ingesting medication that could do serious damage to his or her health. Most drugs will have side effects on the human body, and depending on the drug, they could be barely noticeable or extremely painful or uncomfortable. Typically, the patient is made aware of these symptoms before given the prescription. However, in cases where the patient is given the wrong medication or the wrong dosage, the side effects may be quite different, much more damaging, and potentially life-threatening.

If you have been a victim of pharmacy error and have experienced serious and harmful side effects as a result, then you deserve to claim damages for the pain and injury you have sustained. The Philadelphia drug side effect lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. can help you learn more about your legal rights. Please call our offices today at 215-238-1130 to speak with one of our qualified attorneys about your case.

Recognizing Dangerous Reactions

It is important for patients taking prescription drugs to familiarize themselves with common side effects associated with the medication they are ingesting or injecting into their bodies. If you begin to experience symptoms other than what is listed on the bottle or drug packaging, you should seek medical help immediately. You may have been given the wrong medication, the wrong dosage, or you may be allergic to the drug. Common symptoms of dangerous drug side effects include:

  • Trouble breathing
  • Tingling
  • Numbness
  • Paralysis
  • Unconsciousness
  • High fever
  • Rash
  • Severe dizziness

Reporting Bad Reactions

The US Food and Drug Administration established a program called MedWatch in 1993 that was set in place to monitor poor drug reactions among patients across the United States. Those who do experience adverse reactions to prescription drugs are encouraged to report their cases to MedWatch so the proper action can be taken.

If you have had a bad drug reaction due to a pharmacy error, an experienced Philadelphia drug side effects lawyer from Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. can help you learn more about your legal right to compensation.

Contact Us

If you have suffered from adverse side effects from a prescription drug, you may have legal grounds to pursue damages. The Philadelphia drug side effect attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. can help you with your situation. Please contact us today at 215-238-1130 to discuss your circumstances with one of our lawyers.

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