South Carolina Dangerous Drug Attorney

The Dangerous Drug Recall Process

When a large number of patients experience adverse effects as a result of taking a prescription medication, the drug can be recalled. In addition to being a health hazard, there are many other reasons why a medication might be recalled either by the FDA or by the drug’s manufacturer. For instance, a prescription drug might be recalled if it is mislabeled or packaged poorly or if it is contaminated with either a harmful or non-harmful substance during the production process.

A medication can also be recalled if manufacturing defects affect its purity, potency or quality or if the medication does not match what is inside of its packaging. In general, there is a specific process involved before a medication is recalled. The FDA states that once their agency hears about a problem, they notify the public when they believe that a serious hazard has developed. To do this, the organization either posts updates to its website, issues press releases or holds press conferences.

After notifying the public, the FDA then determines if necessary action has been taken either to correct the medication or remove it. At this point, the organization reviews what actions have been taken, and deems them appropriate or not. Finally, if it is believed that a recall is needed, the agency issues either a Class I, II or III recall, based on how serious the health problems associated with using the medication are. While Class III recalls are not extremely serious, Class I recalls are issued when the use of a prescription medication has the potential to cause severe health problems and in some cases, death.

Attorneys are alleging serious injuries and other complications in South Carolina dangerous drug lawsuits being filed on behalf of affected patients.