As one of the nation’s leading pharmaceutical drug litigation law firms, Burg Simpson’s Wyoming office is committed to providing legal support for families and children harmed by selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor antidepressants. If you were prescribed a serotonin reuptake inhibitor antidepressant and delivered a child with a serious birth defect, you could have a solid case for mass tort litigation.
Burg Simpson has represented thousands of individuals who have been injured or who have suffered serious side effects after taking prescription medicines such as these. For more than 40 years, our team of lawyers, paralegals, and support staff has been chosen to lead high-profile litigation involving some of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies – and won.
If you or someone you love has been seriously injured because of an SSRI, call a mass tort attorney as soon as possible. Call our Cody, Wyoming office at 307-527-7891 or fill out our Free Case Evaluation form right now.
SSRIs work by boosting the neurotransmitters that control emotion, in part by releasing serotonin.
According to WebMD, the following SSRIs are approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of depression, anxiety, and other similar issues:
- Citalopram (Celexa)
- Escitalopram (Lexapro)
- Fluoxetine (Prozac)
- Fluvoxamine (Luvox, Luvox CR)
- Paroxetine (Paxil, Paxil CR)
- Sertraline (Zoloft)
If you or someone you love has been taking any of these drugs and been seriously injured, call Burg Simpson’s office in Wyoming at 307-527-7891 and speak to a trial attorney right away.
Most people can take SSRIs for years and not suffer any ill effects, but medical treatments always carry at least some risk. Potential side effects of these particular drugs include:
- Insomnia
- Headaches
- Rash
- Blurred vision
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Agitation or nervousness
- Feeling dizzy
- Pain in the joints or muscles
- Upset stomach, nausea, or diarrhea
- Reduced sexual desire
- Problems with erection or ejaculation
SSRIs can also interact badly with other medications and while some people do suffer side effects, others may not. If you have shown signs of serious side effects, get the legal help you need by calling Burg Simpson Wyoming at 307-527-7891.
You May Be Entitled to Damages
With more than $1 billion in successful verdicts and settlements, Burg Simpson has a proven track record. Our knowledge, compassion, and resources are unparalleled. We are proud of the work we do because not only do we hold negligent pharmaceutical companies accountable, we fight for justice for our clients. We have made it our mission to keep bad drugs off the market and, at the same time. Our Wyoming lawyers are here to help you. Fill out our Free Case Evaluation Form or call us at 307-527-7891 to speak with a litigation attorney immediately.