Lawsuits Link Stevens Johnson Syndrome to Zithromax/Z-Pak/Azithromycin
By Mike Holter
Pfizer has been hit with dozens of Zithromax lawsuits alleging the antibiotic (known generically as azithromycin, and popularly as Z-Pak) caused severe side effects such as heart attack, liver failure and even blindness. But new information shows Zithromax may also be linked to Stevens Johnson Syndrome — a potentially fatal allergic reaction that causes severe burn-like symptoms.The link between Zithromax and Stevens Johnson Syndrome has only been recently uncovered. According to a report found online at the National Center for Biotechnology Information, at least two documented patients may have developed Stevens Johnson Syndrome after using Zithromax/Z-Pak/azithromycin. One of the Zithromax Stevens Johnson victims was a 62-year-old woman, who used Zithromax to treat an upper respiratory infection, but later developed a severe rash, fever and chills. The second Zithromax Stevens Johnson victims was a child — which means patients of all ages are susceptible to developing Stevens Johnson Syndrome from taking Zithromax, Z-Pak or azithromycin.
Until recently, Stevens Johnson Syndrome was more commonly linked to other medications, such as ibuprofen and dilantin. The condition causes a patient’s skin to be covered in burn-like blisters, and may even lead to hair loss, nail loss and blindness. Several patients have filed Stevens Johnson Syndrome lawsuits against the manufacturers of these drugs, alleging the drugs did not carry adequate warning about the risk of a severe allergic reaction like Stevens Johnson Syndrome, how serious the condition is, or what the symptoms are. Stevens Johnson Syndrome can lead to a more serious form of the condition known as toxic epidermal necrolysis, in which more than 30 percent of the body is covered in blisters and rash. Approximately 30 percent of Stevens Johnson Syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis cases are fatal.
Zithromax Stevens Johnson Syndrome Lawsuits
Patients who developed Stevens Johnson Syndrome or its more severe cousin, toxic epidermal necrolysis, after taking Zithromax, Z-Pak or azithromycin have the right to seek compensation for their medical expenses, pain and suffering. Zithromax lawsuits seeking to hold Pfizer liable for failing to warn consumers about the risks of Z-Pak have been filed across the country. In October 2011, a 22-year-old was awarded $48.2 million in a Stevens Johnson Syndrome lawsuit against the maker of Motrin. In addition to suffering burns over most of his body, the Plaintiff also alleged he suffered blindness, infertility, scarring and hypoxic brain injury.
Numerous Zithromax lawsuits and class action lawsuits have been filed against Pfizer seeking compensation for patients who suffered severe Z-Pak side effects such as heart attack, liver failure, Trachoma/eye infections/blindness, Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis, or other cardiovascular problems. Family members who lost a loved one due to an alleged Zithromax side effect have also chosen to file Z-Pak wrongful death lawsuits. It’s important to speak with a Zithromax compensation consultant to determine the best route for receiving compensation for Zithromax side effect injuries. This may include filing an individual Zithromax wrongful death lawsuit, an individual Z-Pak injury lawsuit, or a Zithromax class action lawsuit. A Z-Pak compensation specialist will help you determine what’s best for you and your family.
Zithromax/Z-Pak/Azithromycin Side Effects
Anyone who has taken Zithromax, azithromycin or Z-Pak should be aware of the side effects so they can file a claim for compensation. These include heart attack, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, liver failure, Trachoma/blindness/eye infection, Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis, and other cardiovascular problems.
If you or your loved one has experienced any of these Z-Pak side effects, it’s critical you speak with a Zithromax side effect and compensation consultant now to determine if you’re a good fit to file a Zithromax class action lawsuit or individual Zithromax lawsuit. The medical expenses alone for any Z-Pak side effect could amount in the hundreds of thousands of dollars, and sadly some have died as a result of these side effects. A Z-Pak wrongful death lawsuit may be your best course of action.
If you would like more information about filing a Z-Pak class action lawsuit or would like to file an individual Z-Pak lawsuit, just go to the Zithromax, Z-Pak, Azithromycin Class Action Lawsuit Investigation page. You can submit your information, or your loved one’s, to Zithromax attorneys who are actively investigating all claims regarding Zithromax heart attacks, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, liver failure, Trachoma, Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis, and other cardiovascular problems. Z-Pak attorneys are waiting to talk to you now and the consultation is free. These lawyers don’t get paid unless you win or settle.
Updated July 4th, 2012
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He went to work with a slight cold nose running red eyes etc. Left work to go to the local pharmacy to get some theraflu. He took it for 24 hours no relief. Even though he was sick he still had to go to work . He is a grocery selector in the freezer section of the warehouse so he’s sick and pulling groceries in the cold. He started feeling weak and asked his supervisor for a quick break, 20 minutes go by and he returns to the freezer and his supervisor was doing his job. Derrick tried to return to work supervisor told him to “go home and get some rest and take care of himself. ”
Derrick went home took some more theraflu still no relief. Next day he decides to go to a local urgent care to see what was going on and was diagnosed with a sinus infection. The doctor gave him 2 prescriptions. Derrick then went to a drug store to fill the prescriptions, he took the medication immediately. After leaving the drug store he decides to go get something to eat he takes a bite and immediately his mouth and throat start burning. He drank some water and then the burning subsided.
He returns home…goes to bed sweating perfusely. He remains in bed about a day he then notices that his skin on his head, legs and torso was painful to the touch. He gets up to take a shower and while bathing his skin was falling off. Being very weak he falls in the shower and couldn’t get up and a family member calls the ambulance.
Derrick was admitted to the hospital but the doctors immediately realized that he needed specialized care he has been transported to UAB. The doctors mentioned that it looked like he had an allergic reaction to something. Right now he is unable to walk because the bottom of his feet are burned or eat he has open lesions in his mouth.
This is such a horrific situational for him and our family. How does a sinus infection turn into a person being burned head to.toe?
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