Accutane Injury Attorneys
Accutane Recall & Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Lawsuit
New Study Links IBD to Accutane Use
A recent 2010 study published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology found a more than five times increase in Ulcerative Colitis in users of Accutane. The study was conducted by Dr. Seth Crockett from University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. To date, this is the largest study ever done focusing on the link between IBD and Accutane.
Another 2006 study published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology looked at reports filed with the FDA. This study examined the association of Accutane use and IBD. The lead author was Dr. Deepa Reddy from the University of Chicago. Dr. Reddy found that in the vast majority of cases (73%), Accutane was either "probable" or "highly probable" in causing IBD.
Accutane Headlines
To date, over $56 million dollars has been awarded to former Accutane users.
February 2010- Roche Holding AG was ordered to pay $33 million dollars to Andrew McCarrell. The jury found Accutane was the cause of Mr. McCarrell's Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
November 2008- Roche loses $12.9 Million in a three-case Accutane verdict. Jordan Speisman, 27, won compensatory damages of $8.5 million and medical expenses of $142,500; Lance Sager, 28, damages of $2.5 million and medical costs of $125,000; and Kelly Mace, 25, damages of $1.5 million and medical expenses of $128,000.
April 2008- New Jersey jury finds Roche failed to warn about IBD risk associated with the use of Accutane. Roche was ordered to pay Kamie Kendal, a Utah woman, $10.6 million for her injuries.
October 2007- Pensacola jury awarded $7 million dollars to a 31 year old welder. The jury found his Crohn's disease was caused by his use of the drug Accutane.
May 2007- Roche Found Liable in First of 400 Suits Over Accutane. Acne Drug Ruled to Cause Inflamatory Bowel Disease.
Accutane Injury Lawyers
Most doctors and patients know that the acne drug Accutane can cause serious birth defects in the children of patients who are pregnant while taking the drug. The drug label and packaging clearly warn against taking the medication while pregnant. Other problems with Accutane are less well-known.
Accutane and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Accutane can cause Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. While these may not be fatal conditions, there is no known cure for IBD.
A study published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology in 2006 is one of several that link Accutane to an increased risk of inflammatory bowel disease. People have contracted IBD after taking only a single course of Accutane. The symptoms of IBD may not appear for months - or even years - after you take the drug.
If you developed an inflammatory bowel disorder within four years of taking your last dose of Accutane, it is important to discuss your case with an attorney who understands the complex legal and medical issues involved in these cases.
Experienced in Pharmaceutical Litigation
The Accutane injury lawyers of Tracey Law Firm can help. Our attorneys have achieved positive outcomes for clients injured by other dangerous drugs like Accutane, including Paxil, Zyprexa and Phen Phen. We understand what it takes to challenge a pharmaceutical giant, its insurance company and its stable of lawyers.
To learn more about the connection between Accutane and IBD, please visit our Accutane FAQ page. To learn if we may be able to help you, please contact our ulcerative colitis law firm by e-mail or call toll free 888-273-1659. From offices in Houston, we represent clients from Texas, the Gulf Coast and throughout the nation.
