Many consumers are complaining that the warning label of the prescription omega-3 fatty acid pill Lovaza is insufficient, as it allegedly fails to disclose the potential complications patients could suffer while taking the omega-3 product.

According to injury reports, the most dangerous of these side effects is a subdural hematoma, or when blood collects outside the brain.

Lovaza is a prescription omega-3 fatty acid often used to treat very high fat levels, and lower cholesterol levels. Ideally, this medication would encourage patients to live a healthier and active lifestyle, while reducing the risk of more serious health complications.

With the accusations surrounding subdural hematoma, this product could be proven to be more harmful than helpful and may result in the filing of Lovaza lawsuits.

This devastating side effect can be life-threatening that often require surgical intervention, so it is more than understandable by legal experts that patients felt disgruntled at this unexpected side effect.

The Lovaza lawsuit investigation will examine any claims made against GlaxoSmithKline, and its subsidiary Reliant Subsidiary, to determine if any of the product-liability claims are legitimate. If the drug makers are found to be in violation of their legal obligations to adequately disclose their drug’s side effects, the companies could be liable for damages.

Overview of Lovaza Complications

As mentioned before, Lovaza is a prescription omega-3 acid that prevents bad cholesterol levels from getting out of control. The drug is composed of omega-3-acid ethyl esters, which is a type of fat found in fish oil.

This product is often used in correlation with diet and exercise to help adult patients lover high triglyceride, or fat, levels while promoting good cholesterol. For this reason, omega-3 fatty acids are considered essential for human health, and can be found in fish, plants, and nut oils; dietary supplements are also available.

Because of the continuously growing trend of health conscious consumers, doctors are commonly prescribing this product to their patients who may be at risk for cholesterol problems, or just need a nutritional boost.

The benefits this product promises has convinced millions of consumers to try Lovaza, with the omega-3 fatty acid industry raking in billions per year. Unfortunately, there have been a number of complaints concerning omega-3 fatty acids that indicate that these products could increase the risk of bleeding.

According to a study published in Pharmacology Weekly, experts warn that the risk is greater in higher daily doses, and patients who were taking blood-thinners or other such medication could also face greater likelihood.

The Lovaza warning label does state that the omega-3 fatty acids could prolong the bleeding and clotting process and that patients on anticoagulants should be periodically monitored. However, nowhere does it say that subdural hematoma was a possibility, or the severity of the risks.

Subdural hematoma occurs when blood collects between the layers of tissue surrounding the brain, which is primarily under the skull and outside the brain. This injury is typically caused by a head injury or sudden blow to the head, but can also occur from anticoagulants.

This condition can be potentially fatal but symptoms do not immediately appear until days or weeks after the injury occurs; symptoms include: headache, confusion, behavior change, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, lethargy, and seizures.

Depending on the severity of the condition, there are several different treatment options for subdural hematoma. For more mild symptoms, doctors may recommend observation and medical monitoring to see if the condition approves. In severe cases, surgery is almost always required to reduce the pressure in the brain.

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