Pfizer recently issued a recall of 38,000 bottles of their cholesterol fighting drug Lipitor sold in 40mg bottles in the United States.  Earlier this year, the company recalled more than 190,000 bottles the same product.  Both recalls were as a result of complaints of an uncharacteristic odor coming from the drug's bottle.

The defective products were investigated and found to contain TBA, a chemical used in wood preservation.  TBA is often used to treat wooden pallets used to transport products.  However, Pfizer claims that they do not allow the use of TBA and that they use a third party to bottle Lipitor.  

While the Food and Drug Administration is not currently worried about serious medical complications from taking the drug, they are concerned about possible health issues for people who refrain from taking their medication.

If you or someone you know has suffered medical complications from a defective product, contact the Chicago injury attorneys of Friedman & Bonebrake, P.C. at 312-466-8200 to learn more about your rights.