CELEBREX
INCREASES THE RISK OF CARDIOVASCULAR EVENTS.
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On December 17, 2004, the FDA
said patients in a cancer prevention trial who took two 400
milligram doses of Celebrex a day had 3.4 times the risk of
cardiovascular events than those who took a placebo
Pfizer said the Celebrex
trial, sponsored by the National Cancer Institute involved patients
taking 400-milligram and 800-milligram daily doses of the drug to
prevent tumors known as adenomas that grow from glandular tissue.
High doses of the anti-inflammatory drug were being tested on the
theory that inflammation is a cause of cancer
FDA Statement on Celebrex
DTC Promotion – FDA asks Pfizer to
halt direct to consumer advertising of Celebrex
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Other rare but serious
potential problems from Celebrex include:
On December 17, 2004, the FDA
said patients in a cancer prevention trial who took two 400
milligram doses of Celebrex a day had 3.4 times the risk of
cardiovascular events than those who took a placebo
Pfizer said the Celebrex
trial, sponsored by the National Cancer Institute involved patients
taking 400-milligram and 800-milligram daily doses of the drug to
prevent tumors known as adenomas that grow from glandular tissue.
High doses of the anti-inflammatory drug were being tested on the
theory that inflammation is a cause of cancer
FDA Statement on Celebrex
DTC Promotion – FDA asks Pfizer to
halt direct to consumer advertising of Celebrex
Other rare but serious
potential problems from Celebrex include:
The most common Celebrex side
effects experienced by patients participating in clinical studies
included stomachache, diarrhea, and headache.
Damages sought against manufacturers of an
allegedly dangerous prescription drug include:
–Physical pain and
suffering, mental anguish and physical
impairment.
–Medical expenses associated with the
allegedly defective product
loss of earnings and or earning capacity
–For persons who have died, family
members can bring a
wrongful death action.
Why choose our firm to evaluate your Celebrex
claim
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For over 34 years Donald W. Fohrman & Associates, Ltd. Has
been protecting the legal and rights and securing maximum
settlements and verdicts for personal injury victims throughout the
State of Illinois
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Our aggressive and experienced trial attorneys have earned
nationwide reputation for their ability to consistently win
multi-million dollar products liability [settlements and verdicts]
against large corporations.
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Our firm is committed to expending whatever time and money is
necessary to successfully pursue a product liability lawsuit against
Pfizer.
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In fact, we have already launched an investigation into the
Celebrex situation to find out what rights individuals who
have taken Celebrex may have against Pfizer.
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We will advance all costs of pursuing your claim against
Pfizer and will receive no attorneys fees or reimbursement of costs
unless we receive compensation for your injuries (no recovery-no
fees).
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Call
800-437-2571 for a free, no
obligation evaluation of your Celebrex claim with an
experienced products liability attorney or use our convenient
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