Fortesta Lawsuit – Testosterone Gel Class Action Lawsuit Information

Our unsafe drug litigation team is currently investigating possible class action lawsuits and single party claims against Endo Pharmaceuticals the manufacturer of  Fortesta as well as other manufacturers and distributors of Low testosterone treatment gels, creams, and injections. Established studies have shown a dramatic increase in the rate of cardiovascular and pulmonary illnesses. One study showed a 30% increase in heart attacks, strokes, and blood clots in individuals who have used Low-T gels and other medications. Manufacturers of drugs owe a duty to provide for proper testing of their medications to ensure their safety, and warn consumers of severe side effects associated with their use.

Serious Medical Side Effects Reported From Users of Fortesta and Other Testosterone Therapy Medications

Heightened levels of testosterone in makes have been linked to serious side effects. Some of the most harmful side effects include (1) heart failure (2) heart attacks (3) pulmonary disease (4) Stroke, and (5) Cardiac arrhythmia. Other less severe health side effects which may result from the use of testosterone medication include

• Damage to various organs
• Severe Acne and Alteration in Skin Coloration
• Headaches and Dizziness
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Sudden loss of blood flow – TIA or Transient Ischemic Attack

Death of A Family Member Due to the Use of Unsafe Testosterone Medication: In almost all jurisdictions in the United States certain relatives deceased victims have a right to seek compensation from at fault parties for certain damages incurred via the filing of a wrongful death lawsuit. Damages recoverable by family members of the deceased include the following..

• Recuperation of funeral and memorial expenses
• All medical cost associated with the medical diagnosis linked to the use of the testosterone medication
• Recovery of the deceased individuals future earnings.
• Loss of consortium – loss of emotion support.

Our Law Firm Fights for Victims of Testosterone Gel Medications

Victims of defective and unsafe low testosterone medications are entitled to compensation under the law. The level or value of a case involving injuries resulting from the use of unsafe drugs is dependent on several factors including, the type of injury suffered, medical and hospitalization costs incurred, loss of wages and loss of future income, pain and suffering, and the availability of punitive damage. Cost of Legal Representation in Unsafe Pharmaceutical Medical Cases: Many individuals who have suffered serious medical complications due to the use of unsafe drugs fail to ask for legal help because of the fear of high costs of legal representation. In response jurisdictions across the country allow for contingency fee based legal representation. This means that clients do not have to pay for any of our legal fees or legal costs out of pocket until and unless there is a successful resolution of their claims. Once there is a resolution payment for our legal work will be based on a previously agreed percentage of the settlement amount. Legal Consultations Available Free of Charge: All confidential legal consultations regarding side effects due to the use of defective medications are provided by our product liability legal team free of charge. Further Information: FDA Warning for Fortesta