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Recent findings published in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons have shown that use of the drug Fosamax®, which was introduced onto the market more than a decade ago, can lead to dangerous side effects. The FDA warns that taking Fosamax® can cause osteonecrosis of the jaw, commonly referred to as "jaw death," which is a form of jaw bone decay.
If you or a loved one has been harmed as a result of taking Fosamax®, the compassionate personal injury lawyers at Locks Law can help. We have vast experience and an impressive record of success in pharmaceutical litigation. To schedule a free consultation with Locks Law, contact a New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania Fosamax® lawyer today.
Fosamax® is a prescription drug used to treat osteoporosis and Paget's disease. Manufactured by Merck, the drug gained FDA approval in 1995. Since its introduction, Fosamax® has been taken by nearly 10 million men and women. Fosamax® is a member of the class of drugs known as bisphosphonates. This class of drugs is designed to inhibit bone breakdown by decreasing the activity of cells that break down bones in the body.
In March 2006, the American Association of Endodontists issued a statement affirming their belief that bisphosphonates can cause osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ). ONJ is a painful, disfiguring breakdown of the jaw bone that can lead to exposed bone in the mandible or maxilla, a loss of sensation in the jaw, swelling, and infection. In addition to the permanent damage that Fosamax® can cause to jaw bone, it can also cause heartburn, chest pain, vomiting, bloody stool, fever, swelling, and difficulty breathing.
At Locks Law, our dedicated, diligent personal injury attorneys can help if you or a loved one has been harmed through the use of Fosamax®. If you are live in the Pennsylvania, New York, or New Jersey, contact a Fosamax® lawyer today to schedule a free consultation.
You may be eligible for financial compensation if you have suffered an injury as a result of taking Fosamax®. Our experienced, aggressive personal injury attorneys can help you file a Fosamax® lawsuit to pursue the compensation that you deserve. We have successfully tried many pharmaceutical cases, and have obtained millions in verdicts and settlements on behalf of our clients. If you have been affected by the injurious side effects of Fosamax®, you need a lawyer with an exhaustive understanding of the complexities involved in pharmaceutical litigation.
Victims of bisphosphonate use have legal rights. At Locks Law – serving New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania – a Fosamax® lawyer can review your claim free of charge and advise you on how best to move forward with your case. To schedule a consultation, contact our personal injury attorneys as soon as possible.
Contact a Pennsylvania, New York, or New Jersey Fosamax® lawyer to schedule a free consultation and case evaluation.