Why was Zantac recalled?
Lake City, FL—Zantac was recalled by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2020 after it was discovered that the medicine contained high levels of N- nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA). NDMA is considered a “probable human carcinogen” which is something that can potentially cause cancer. The makers of Zantac, which is the brand name for ranitidine, were required to withdraw their prescriptions and over-the-counter medications from the market while the FDA continued with its investigation.
The FDA determined that the medicine could be harmful to consumers after tests revealed that the levels of NDMA increase while the product is being shelved and when the drug is stored in higher temperatures.
What does Zantac treat?
Zantac is a medication that is used to treat heartburn caused by acid indigestion. It is also used to treat and prevent “ulcers of the stomach and intestines.” Zantac was first approved by the U.S. FDA in 1983 and had been approved for use in 31 other countries, according to Reuters.
In 1988, Zantac was recognized as “the world’s best-selling drug” and was “the first-ever drug to top $1 billion in annual sales.” While Zantac was once a go-to medication for individuals who suffered from heartburn, it is still unavailable for purchase or to be prescribed to patients.
Can a person sue the makers of Zantac if they suffered adverse effects after taking it?
Filing a successful lawsuit against a drug company like Sanofi (i.e. the makers of Zantac) isn’t an easy thing to do, especially because an individual will need to be able to show a clear connection exists between their health issues and the medication.
If an individual experienced an adverse effect as a result of taking Zantac, they are going to need medical records and possibly even statements from medical experts to help them prove it was the drug that caused them to suffer. Because most people don’t have the time and understanding of how to gather all of this evidence, they turn to experienced Lake City, FL personal injury lawyers for help.
Connect with a personal injury attorney in Lake City, FL now
If an individual took Zantac for an extensive period of time and they believe the health issues they now have could be linked to the medication, they are invited to contact Koberlein Law Offices. Koberlein Law Offices handles a wide array of personal injury cases, including those that stem from harmful products, and would be happy to determine if an individual has a viable reason for filing a product liability lawsuit.
Koberlein Law Offices can be reached at any of their office locations listed down below:
855 SW Baya Drive
Lake City, FL 32025
Phone: 386-269-9802
Website: www.klo-attorneys.com
118 Ohio Avenue N, Suite A
Live Oak, FL 32064
Phone: 386-516-2626
8443 SW 14 Lane
Gainesville, FL 32607
Phone: 352-519-4357
