Chicago Drug Side Effects Lawyers
Drug Side Effects
It is true that the boon of new prescription drugs released over the last few decades has provided invaluable relief to millions of people. There is now better treatment available for a wide variety of illnesses, from high cholesterol to depression. However, it is dangerous to think of prescription drugs as quick and simple treatments; most of them have potential side effects that can be very serious.
Potential Side Effects
Different drugs pose risks for different side effects. Certain side effects have shown to be common among different classes of drug, however. Some of the most serious side effects that prescription drugs can cause include:
- Allergic reactions such as hives or difficulty breathing
- Heart problems
- Liver problems
- Excessive weight gain or weight loss
- Psychological effects such as anxiety or suicidal impulses
Protecting Patients’ Health
Because the effects of prescription drugs can be so serious, pharmacists have a duty to fully educate their patients on any medications they are prescribed. This includes advice on interactions with other drugs, activities and foods to avoid while taking the medication, and full information on any side effects that may result.
You should not have to ask a long series of questions in order to receive this information. Your doctor should offer it as soon as he or she writes your prescription, and your pharmacist should review it when you get your prescription filled. Healthcare providers can be held responsible for any important information that they failed to give you.
Contact Us
If you or a loved one has been injured because you were not fully informed about the side effects of a prescription drug, you may have grounds for a Chicago medical malpractice suit.
Contact the offices of
Chicago drug side effect lawyer Friedman & Bonebrake today at 312-466-8200.