Some parents who choose to treat their children with Invega have seen such drastic improvement in the severe behaviors previously exhibited by their children that it almost seems like a miracle cure.

However, for others, the Invega adverse effects in boys that parents have witnessed have turned their family upside down because all of the pain and suffering they have seen their sons experience.

What is Invega?

Invega (paliperidone) is an antipsychotic drug used to treat schizophrenia. Antipsychotics also are used in an off label fashion by physicians who prescribed the medication for other reasons. Other uses for antipsychotic drugs can often include treatment for ADHD, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance abuse and more.

As Invega works to balance the chemicals in the brain, it also can affect a particular hormone in the body known as prolactin. This hormone is present in both males and females, but is present in much higher levels in females, particularly during times of breast development, pregnancy and breast-feeding.

Prolactin in males can cause the breast tissue to be stimulated to grow like that of a female. Additionally, males can even start lactating from their breasts. Breast pain, nipple pain and nipple discharge can also occur.

When boys begin to notice their body developing breasts while taking Invega, depending on their developmental level, they may range from curious or confused to questioning their male identity and suffering depression so severe that they may contemplate taking their lives. These Invega adverse effects in boys are much greater than what is stated on the product label, parents claim.

Not only is the development of breasts as a male physically and emotionally concerning and emotionally concerning, but also boys who grow breasts are a target for bullying and ridicule by their peers and even by strangers.

Often, even if boys stopped taking Invega, their breast development may not reduce, and they often have to undergo surgical interventions in order to remove the breast tissue so the boy’s appearance is restored. Of course, surgery for breast removal can be physically traumatic to the body and can be emotionally traumatic as well, adding another complicated layer to the Invega adverse effects in boys.

Litigation over Invega Adverse Effects in Boys

If your son has developed Invega adverse effects, including breast development, you may be able to take legal action against the manufacturer. Parents who have gone on to sue drug manufacturers after their children have been injured have been able to seek compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, mental anguish, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life and more.

Product liability lawsuits against drug manufacturers also seek to hold the drug makers accountable for making safe products. Parents may also be able to seek punitive damages that would award the family compensation in an amount designed to effectively punish the manufacturer and deter future behavior related to the injuries caused.

An attorney experienced with legal action surrounding Invega adverse effects in boys can review your case at no charge and can help provide you with additional information on your legal options as you consider moving forward with legal action.