Fosamax® Lawyer & Lawsuit
Posted on Oct 4, 2011 11:00am PDT
The popular osteoporosis medication Fosamax (alendronate sodium) has been linked to osteonecrosis of the Jaw (ONJ), femur fractures, and severe musculoskeletal pain.
If you or a loved one has been injured by Fosamax, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free confidential case evaluation. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and we can help.
What is Fosamax?
Fosamax is a bisphosphonate drug used to treat and prevent bone loss associated with osteoporosis. Unfortunately, Fosamax has been linked to a serious bone disease called osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ).
Fosamax & ONJ
Osteonecrosis of the jaw is a disease in which bone tissue in the jaw does not heal correctly. Over the past five years, hundreds of lawsuits have been filed against Merck claiming that rather than increasing bone density and strengthening bones, the drug can actually cause a deterioration of the jaw bone and contribute to femur fractures.
Fosamax & Femur Fractures
In October 2010, The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) required Merck & Co. Inc., the manufacturer of Fosamax (generic: Alendronate sodium) to change the labeling on the osteoporosis drug to include a warning citing the increased risk of Fosamax femur fractures among patients.
Bisphosphonate Osteoporosis Medications
- Aclasta
- Actonel
- Aredia
- Bondronat
- Boniva
- Didronel
- Fosamax
- Fosavance
- Reclast
- Skelid
- Zometa
Understand your legal rights
When it comes to Fosamax side effects, understanding your legal options is critical for securing the compensation you deserve. Victims have rights, and a knowledgeable attorney can guide you through the complex legal system involved with cases like these.
Do I have a Fosamax Lawsuit?
The trial lawyers at The Senators (Ret.) Firm, LLP have decades of experience navigating through complex legislative and regulatory issues and litigating high stakes cases all over the nation. Our law firm focuses on the representation of plaintiffs in Fosamax lawsuits. We are currently accepting new cases in all 50 states.
Again, if you or a loved one has been injured by Fosamax, you should contact our lawyers immediately by clicking the link below or calling toll free 1-800-773-0849. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and we can help.