Raptiva Injury Claim (efalizumab)

Raptiva Drug Defect Lawyer

Raptiva is a once-weekly injection that is used to treat psoriasis, a common skin condition that causes irritation and redness.  Genentech is the large corporation that manufacturers and markets this drug.  Raptiva can cause Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML), a serious and potentially deadly brain infection.  Since its introduction into the market in 2003, Raptiva injury claims have been filed against Genentech for the serious injury and death caused by this dangerous drug.

PML is an infection of the central nervous system that has no known cure and which can result in severe disability, requiring a lifetime of medical care.  Generally, PML occurs in people whose immune systems have been severely weakened.  If you have lost a loved one due to this psoriasis medication, contact a Raptiva drug defect lawyer immediately to discuss what can be done to hold the manufacturer accountable.

Other dangerous side effects resulting from use of Raptiva include viral meningitis, invasive fungal disease, and bacterial sepsis.  Be on the lookout for the following symptoms:

• Progressive weakness / aches
• Short-term memory loss
• Sensory abnormalities / vision loss
• Abnormal personality changes
• Problems speaking clearly

Raptiva Injury Lawyer - Schultz Legal Group

Genentech has announced that Raptiva will be withdrawn from the U.S. market beginning in April 2009.  By June 8, 2009, Raptiva will no longer be available for prescription in the U.S., but its dangerous side effects may remain known for some time.  Back in October 2008, the FDA approved labeling for Raptiva to warn of the risk of serious life-threatening side effects, including Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy.  Soon thereafter, warnings were issued by the FDA concerning the known connection between Raptiva and PML.

It is critical to contact a Raptiva Recall Lawyer at Schultz Legal Group immediately to discuss your case because there is a short statute of limitation on these injury claims.  Call toll-free (866) 840-3636 to speak with a qualified drug recall lawyer immediately.  Rest assured that your Raptiva injury claim will be handled with care and competence.  For those cases that have to go to trial, take comfort in having legal representation by Stephen Schultz, a Top 100 Trial Lawyer according to the American Trial Lawyers Association.