Daniel R. - $10,500,000.00
Accutane
Accutane Highlights
- Many individuals worldwide have suffered permanent injuries as a result of the toxic qualities of Accutane.
- Nearly $20 million has been awarded in civil suits against the manufacturer of Accutane.
About Accutane
Accutane is a prescription drug used to treat moderate to severe cystic acne. It is also prescribed for specific types of pancreatic and brain cancers due to its ability to kill rapidly dividing cells.
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Today, Accutane is typically prescribed only after all other methods of acne treatment have proven ineffective. Because of its potentially toxic effects, use of Accutane requires close monitoring by a doctor. Many individuals worldwide have suffered permanent injuries as a result of the toxic qualities of Accutane.
Conditions Caused By Accutane
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Ulcerative colitis
- Crohn’s disease
Side Effects & Symptoms
- Abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Hematochezia
- Weight loss
- Arthritis-like symptoms
Warnings & Recalls
To date, the FDA has not issued a recall for Accutane. The FDA has issued strong warnings against purchasing Accutane over the Internet and against using the prescription without first speaking with a healthcare professional.
Cases, Settlements, & Verdicts
- $2.62 million dollar jury verdict awarded to an Alabama man in 2007.
- $7 million dollar jury verdict awarded to a Florida man in 2007.
- $10 million dollar jury verdict awarded to a New Jersey woman in 2008.
