Los Angeles Reglan Attorneys
Reglan, a powerful anti-acid reflux drug, has been linked to neuromuscular disorders in patients of all ages. Thus, as of February 2009, the Food and Drug Administration has given this medication the Black Box label, the strongest warning possible. Tragically, though, many innocent consumers took this drug without knowing the dangers of Reglan’s side effects.
Although drugs must undergo years of testing before being sold, sometimes dangerous drugs make it onto the market. If you have developed a neuromuscular disorder as a result of taking Reglan, you should fight back against this pharmaceutical negligence. Contact a Los Angeles Reglan attorney from Williams Kherkher today at 800-761-3187 to discuss your legal options.
The Dangers of Metoclopramide
Reglan contains a strong drug called metoclopramide, which normally stimulates the upper gastrointestinal tract. This allows you to digest your food faster. Enhanced digestion speed prevents stomach acid from moving up into your esophagus. Thus, metoclopramide helps eliminate heartburn.
Simultaneously, however, metoclopramide also causes the connection between your muscles and nerves to deteriorate. As this occurs, your nerves lose control over your muscles, leaving you with neuromuscular conditions such as:
- Tardive dyskinesia
- Tardive dystonia
- Cervical dystonia
- Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
Many of these neuromuscular disorders are characterized by uncontrollable muscle spasms in your arms, legs, face, or neck that can twist and pull your body into painful, awkward positions. Also, you can suffer from depression and fluctuating blood pressure. Sadly, these disorders are typically incurable.
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Neuromuscular disorders can have permanent debilitating effects on person’s life. If you believe that you are a victim of Reglan, you may be entitled to financial compensation to help you deal with your neuromuscular condition. To fight for the help that you deserve, contact an experienced Los Angeles Reglan lawyer from Williams Kherkher today at 800-761-3187.
