Defective Pharmaceutical Products
When you decide to purchase medication off the shelf or fill a prescription from your doctor, you trust that you have been fully informed about potential adverse side effects that can result in serious health consequences. Unfortunately, large drug and pharmaceutical companies often have their own financial interests in mind rather than the best interests of patients. For this reason, they may cut corners to lower manufacturing costs or may fail to perform adequate testing before putting their products on the shelves.
If you or someone you love has become ill or suffered an injury due to a defective pharmaceutical product, you may have grounds for legal action. For a free consultation, contact the Denver product liability lawyers at Hull & Zimmerman, P.C., by calling (303) 423-1770.
Dangerous Drugs and Recalls
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, more than 770,000 people are injured or killed every year due to the adverse effects of medications. To help prevent illness and injury, the FDA monitors product defects and may recall dangerous and damaged pharmaceutical products due to:
- Potential bacterial contamination
- Adulteration with unapproved drugs and substances
- Improper packaging
- Wrong dosage or concentration listed
- Presence of foreign materials
It is important for patients to fully understand the known side effects of any medication. In the case of defective pharmaceutical products, however, patients may be unaware of these risks, and drug manufacturers may be liable for any illnesses or injuries that occur as a result.
Contact Us
If you or a loved one has been a victim of a dangerous or defective medication, you may be able to take legal action against the negligent manufacturer. To speak with a qualified Denver pharmaceutical liability attorney about your case, contact the offices of Hull & Zimmerman, P.C., at (303) 423-1770.
