Q: What are the side effects of Cialis, Viagra, and Levitra?
A: Some serious side effects of these drugs include:
- Non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION), or the sudden loss of vision in one eye, partial or complete
- Sudden loss of hearing, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), or dizziness
- Priapism, a persistent, prolonged erection lasting four hours or longer that can cause permanent damage to the penis
- A sudden drop in blood pressure, which can lead to fainting, heart attack, or stroke.
The most serious side effect recently discovered is the increased risk of developing melanoma, a deadly form of skin cancer, after use of these drugs.
Q: Why did my doctor prescribe one of these drugs to me if it has these side effects?
A: These medications are very popular in treating ED and support a billion dollar industry. While many of the side effects are included in warnings on the labeling, the use of the drugs and the increased risk of developing melanoma, a deadly form of skin cancer, has only recently surfaced.
Q: Has any legal action been taken against the manufacturers of any of these drugs?
A: Currently, a number of law firms are representing men who took Viagra, Cialis, or Levitra and developed the serious side effects associated with its use. Trials are set to begin in the fall of 2015; a master complaint was filed on March 17, 2015, against the manufacturers of these drugs in the Northern District of Illinois. Cases have also been filed in Philadelphia as well as Chicago. Cases continue to develop and be filed.
Q: How do I know if I have a viable case in a Viagra, Cialis, or Levitra lawsuit?
A: If you took one of these drugs and have been diagnosed with non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION), sudden loss of hearing, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), dizziness, priapism, a sudden drop in blood pressure, that led to fainting, heart attack, or stroke, or developed melanoma, a deadly form of skin cancer, you may be eligible for filing a claim against the manufacturer.
Q: What should I do if I want to pursue legal action?
A: If you have been diagnosed with non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION), sudden loss of hearing, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), dizziness, priapism, a sudden drop in blood pressure, that led to fainting, heart attack, or stroke, or developed melanoma, a deadly form of skin cancer after taking Viagra, Cialis, or Levitra you should first report this incident to the FDA.
To find out if you are eligible to file a claim in a Viagra, Cialis, or Levitra lawsuit, contact McDivitt Law Firm at 877-846-4878 or request a free and confidential case evaluation.