A North Carolina man who developed melanoma while taking Viagra is seeking damages from Pfizer, the manufacturer of the drug, alleging that the company should have warned users of the potential connection between Viagra and this type of cancer. Even though studies have suggested that serious Viagra cancer risks exist, the drug maker still maintains that Viagra is safe. Affected parties are pursuing claims against Pfizer with the assistance of a Viagra cancer attorney.
If you or a loved one developed melanoma while taking Viagra, contact Attorney Group today to learn more about your options. We can answer your questions in a free, confidential, no-obligation consultation, and if you wish to pursue a claim, we can connect you with an affiliated Viagra lawsuit attorney.
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Lawsuit: Three Studies Suggest Link Between Melanoma and Viagra
A lawsuit filed against the pharmaceutical corporation Pfizer alleges that the use of Viagra caused the plaintiff to develop melanoma. According to WCNC News, the lawsuit also claims that Pfizer should have warned consumers that taking Viagra could put them at an increased risk for this type of cancer. The plaintiff is seeking punitive damages in addition to compensation for various medical costs associated with the melanoma.
Although Pfizer states that clinical trials have established the safety of Viagra, the lawsuit refers to three studies that suggest a link between this drug and melanoma. According to these studies, as alleged in the lawsuits, the chemical reaction that allows Viagra to produce its effects may also promote the formation of melanocytes, or the cells in which melanoma first forms. The lawsuit also contends that the most recent study points to an 84 percent greater risk of melanoma among men who take sildenafil citrate, which is the active ingredient in Viagra, the website reported.
Injured Patients May Be Entitled to Compensation
Drug manufacturers have a duty to ensure their products are accompanied by full and accurate instructions and warnings to guide prescribing doctors and other health care providers in making treatment decisions. If a drug maker fails to fulfill this duty, it could be held liable in lawsuits for injuries that may result.
Patients who have been injured by Viagra may be entitled to compensation for damages, including:
- Medical expenses
- Pain, suffering, and mental anguish
- Loss of income or ability to work
If a patient dies from complications after taking Viagra, his or her family members may be able to pursue claims for their loved one’s wrongful death. Compensation may include:
- Pain, suffering, and mental anguish from the loss of a loved one
- Loss of financial support of a loved one
- Funeral expenses
Affected patients are encouraged to speak with a Viagra lawsuit attorney to learn more about their rights and remedies.
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