The Reasons for the Raptiva Recall: The Side Effects of Raptiva

Up until the beginning of 2009 Raptiva was a medication that was widely used in the United States (as well as in some other countries around the world) to treat psoriasis. Raptiva was administered once a week and acted as an immunosuppressant … it worked to resolve psoriasis by inhibiting while cell migration out of a person’s blood vessels and into that individual’s tissues. Unfortunately, there was a number of very serious side effects associated with Raptiva, these issues resulting in the Raptiva recall. Through this article you are provided an overview of the Raptiva recall.

The Reasons for the Raptiva Recall: The Side Effects of Raptiva

The side effects of Raptiva are varied and significant. It was for this reason that the Raptiva recall was initiated. The most common of the side effects that are underlying the Raptiva recall include:

• Bacterial Sepsis
• Viral Meningitis
• Invasive Fungal Disease
• Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy

Because an ever increasing number of individuals ended up suffering from one or another of these issues, a Raptiva recall was only a matter of time. However, with that said, there is cause for concern that the Raptiva recall was slow in coming because the manufacturer of the medication has known for an extended period of time that there was a problem with this medication. Indeed, the manufacturer was aware that there were problems associated with Raptiva on a number of different and significant levels.

What You Need to do in Light of the Raptiva Recall

There are a number of steps that you need to take in light of the Raptiva recall if you have used this product. Up front you need to understand that it is important that you take these steps immediately.

1. If you have not already done so, you need to stop using Raptiva today. This is a very serious situation, the Raptiva recall. You simply cannot put off ceasing to use this medication … now!

2. If you feel that you are suffering from any of the symptoms of side effects that have been set forth previously in this article, you need to obtain medical attention immediately.

3. Even if you do not think that you are suffering from one or another of these side effects of using Raptiva, in light of the serious nature of the Raptiva recall, you need to see your doctor for an evaluation.

4. If are suffering from health issues arising out of the use of Raptiva, or if that ends up being the case in the future, you need to consider engaging the services of a qualified, knowledgeable and experienced lawyer to represent your interests and to protect your rights.

If you or someone you love has been injured, please contact the McEwen Law Firm today for a free case evaluation. You may be entitled to serious monetary compensation to cover lost wages, medical expenses and more. Call us toll free today at (800) 732-3070 and talk direct with an attorney that can assist you in recovering your losses. We work on a contingency basis which means you never pay a dime – unless we win your case and recover compensation for you!