Leading Types of PPIs (Proton Pump Inhibitors)
PPIs, or proton pump inhibitors, work by reducing the production of acid in the stomach. These drugs are typically used to treat or prevent ulcers and to allow existing ulcers to heal. Patients experiencing symptoms associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcer disease (PUD), dyspepsia, Barrett's esophagus and similar medical conditions may experience relief by taking PPIs. The leading types of PPIs, taken orally as a pill or liquid, include:
- Dexilant (dexlansoprazole)
- Nexium (esomeprazole)
- Prevacid (lansoprazole)
- Prilosec (omeprazole)
- Protonix (pantoprazole)
- Aciphex (rabeprazole)
Although many PPIs are well tolerated in patients who take them for a short period of time, long-term use (generally lasting more than one year) has been associated with bone fractures and other serious side effects.
If you were prescribed Prilosec, Nexium, Prevacid or any other type of proton pump inhibitor or took an over-the-counter version of one of these medications and experienced serious side effects, you may have grounds for a lawsuit. A drug injury attorney at our law firm can review the situation for you to determine how to help you move forward with a case.
Drug Injury Attorney for PPI Lawsuits
At Arnold & Itkin LLP, we represent patients and families of patients who have been injured or lost their lives due to the serious side effects that may be associated with defective and dangerous prescription drugs. This includes cases involving all brands of PPIs, from Aciphex to Prilosec and everything in between. The manufacturers of these drugs have a legal obligation to produce medications that are safe to use and that have been properly tested through clinical trials. They should also include appropriate warning labels that inform patients and doctors alike of the serious side effects that may be caused by taking these drugs. When drug companies try to cut corners to make a quick profit, unsuspecting patients are the ones who suffer. Our pharmaceutical litigation attorneys believe in holding these corporations responsible for their conduct.
Assisting injured clients throughout the United States, our firm has successfully recovered hundreds of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements. Find out how we can assist you by calling (888) 504-0459.
Contact a drug injury lawyer at our firm to discuss a lawsuit related to Prilosec, Nexium or any other type of PPI.