German Regulator Could Impact U.S. Pradaxa Side Effect Cases
By John Curran
In most cases, decisions overseas do not necessarily impact Pradaxa lawsuit attorneys in the U.S. However, a German regulatory agency’s decision to modify the pricing of the popular blood thinner could have an impact on this side of the Atlantic.
The country’s Federal Joint Committee will assess whether or not the medication is cost-effective. That means whether or not Pradaxa internal bleeding side effects are worth the risk is not important given its success rate in preventing stroke versus other blood thinners like Xarelto and the generic warfarin. Unlike in many other countries, the Germans can cut the sale price of a drug based on a formula called AMNOG. If it cuts prices, expect the onus to rest on American users who face Pradaxa side effects.
Specifically, with litigation pending against the drug maker Boehringer Ingelheim, it will likely seek to increase market share for Pradaxa here where prices can remain high, and where it already provides millions of prescriptions of the blood thinner. In spite of the fact that hundreds of people die each year as a result of Pradaxa internal hemorrhage side effects, doctors continue to prescribe it because it has fewer interactions with other medications.
It does not hurt that the FDA supports the use of the drug. While the German regulators take another look at Pradaxa side effects as well as the cost of the drug, the FDA says that it is safer than the generic warfarin. Unfortunately, the study that they used to demonstrate the risks puts the rate of hemorrhaging for both medications at a similar number. More importantly, warfarin problems can be remedied with a dose of potassium, while for many, Pradaxa internal bleeding is irreversible.
This has led to fatal consequences for many people at risk for stroke, which is why Pradaxa lawsuit lawyers continue to consult with grieving families about their legal options. If you or someone you know has dealt with hemorrhaging problems, learn more at the Pradaxa Internal Bleeding Class Action Lawsuit Investigation. It costs nothing to find out whether or not you are eligible to pursue a claim against Boehringer Ingelheim and what chances your potential case has for success.
These medications can be dangerous for many, and lives are permanently altered as a result. Get the legal remedy for Pradaxa side effects that the facts of your case merit and get a free consultation today.
Updated April 29th, 2013
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