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The FDA’s Black Box Warnings

The Food and Drug Administration uses a system of warning labels to let patients and doctors know which substances or medications may be unsafe for use under certain circumstances. When these labels are applied, it is the duty of a medical professional to carefully review the treatments that they are prescribing and to inform patients of hazards. Doctors need to know what adverse side effects could occur if these drugs or devices are used in various situations.

If you have been harmed because of an improperly prescribed drug or device bearing the FDA black box warning, we can help you to seek the financial compensation that you are due. Contact the New Jersey medical malpractice lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., at 800-346-5529 today to speak with a skilled and experienced attorney about your situation.

Always Check the Label

A black box warning provided by the FDA is meant to be a strong sign to anyone prescribing a particular treatment. A physician needs to know if there are dangerous side effects that may occur when these treatments are mixed with other medications or health conditions. Additionally, a physician needs to know if there are time-sensitive aspects of a treatment that could lead to permanent damage if ignored. Failure to adequately heed these warnings can result in the following:

  • Prescribing drugs that mixes dangerously with other treatments
  • Prescribing drugs that can result in permanent disorders or injury
  • Not telling a patient about potential injuries
  • Not understanding a drug’s potential side effects before prescribing it

These problems can lead to potentially permanent conditions and disorders that may seriously affect a person’s lifestyle and professional capabilities.

Contact Us

If you have suffered because of a negligent physician’s mistreatment, there may be legal action available to you. For more information regarding your options in these situations, contact the New Jersey black box warning negligence attorneys of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., by calling 800-346-5529.