Nadrich & Cohen, LLP Now Reviewing Dilantin Side Effects Claims

Feb. 23, 2012 - PRLog -- February 23, 2012 – Prominent national law firm Nadrich & Cohen, LLP is pleased to announce that it is now reviewing Dilantin side effects claims. Specifically, the firm is interested in speaking with patients who developed a life-threatening skin condition known as Stevens Johnson Syndrome after taking the drug.

Dilantin (phenytoin) is used to treat epilepsy in patients who suffer from grand mal and temporal lobe seizures. Since going on the market, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has received numerous adverse event reports from consumers who claim they developed Stevens Johnson Syndrome as a side effect of using Dilantin.

Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a serious and in some cases, fatal, allergic reaction that affects the upper layers of skin. Patients who suffer from SJS may experience flu-like symptoms followed by the onset of a rash, blisters or lesions on the skin. In severe cases, the skin can eventually slough off and take on a burned appearance. Stevens Johnson Syndrome sufferers typically require extended hospitalization in order to recover and many patients experience permanent scarring as a result of the condition.

Numerous lawsuits have been filed against Pfizer, the maker of Dilantin, and several other companies that manufacture generic versions of the drug. The plaintiffs in these lawsuits allege that the defendants knew of the potential risks associated with Dilantin but failed to adequately warn the public of the dangers.

Attorney Jeffrey Nadrich believes that the number of Dilantin side effects lawsuits will continue to increase. Patients who were diagnosed with Stevens Johnson Syndrome after taking Dilantin are urged to complete a MedWatch form by visiting the Food and Drug Administration’s website. It is also recommended that you contact an experienced personal injury lawyer to discuss your rights.

Nadrich & Cohen LLP offers confidential, no-cost consultations to Dilantin users who believe they were harmed by the drug. Help is available by calling the firm’s injury hotline at 1-800-722-0765 or by completing an online case evaluation form at www.sjs-lawyers.com.

Nadrich & Cohen LLP is a national law firm with offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego and other cities throughout California. The firm specializes in handling mass tort actions and representing individuals in cases involving pharmaceutical companies, medical device makers and other product manufacturers. The firm is committed to achieving the best outcome possible in every case and has recovered over $200 million in settlements on behalf of its clients.

In addition to handling Dilantin Stevens Johnson Syndrome claims, Nadrich & Cohen, LLP investigates cases involving Yaz, Actos, DePuy Hip Implants, Zimmer Hips, Wright Conserve Hips, Vaginal Mesh, Pradaxa, Reflex Sympathy Dystrophy, Fen Phen and PPH, Depakote and Reglan. All cases are accepted on a contingency basis, meaning there is never a fee unless a judgment is recovered on your behalf.