Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, otherwise known as GERD, is a condition that affects millions of people around the world. GERD is a condition that affects the lower esophageal sphincter, which is the ring of muscle between the esophagus and the stomach. Medications have hit the market in recent years that have seemed to be effective in treating GERD, and these medications are known as Proton Pump Inhibitors or PPIs.
Unfortunately, Proton Pump Inhibitor lawyers have been getting calls recently because of some problems that have been associated with these medications. If you or someone you love has taken a proton pump inhibitor and suffered, contact a proton pump inhibitor attorney immediately to evaluate your legal rights and options. Shapiro Legal Group, PLLC offers free consultations online or by calling (888)640-3784.
Why Choose Us for Your Proton Pump Inhibitor Lawyer?
- Mark Shapiro, our founding mass tort attorney, has been handling cases, such as PPI for more than 20 years.
- We only specialize in mass tort litigation, giving us insight and specialized knowledge to handle your case.
- At Shapiro Legal Group, PLLC, our Proton Pump Inhibitor attorney ensure that any negligent parties are held responsible for your injuries by pursuing the maximum possible compensation you need to make a full recovery.
What Are Proton Pump Inhibitors?
Proton Pump Inhibitors are medications that help people who use them by reducing the amount of acid their bodies produce. This acid is what leads to the pain and discomfort associated with GERD. PPIs accomplish this task by blocking the enzyme in the wall of the stomach that produces the acid. Over time, this blocking of the enzyme can also allow any ulcers a patient has in that area to heal as ulcers need acid to form and grow. As is usually the case when a class of drugs hits the market, certain brand names have become quite popular within the realm of Proton Pump Inhibitors. A few examples of these widely-used brand names include:
- Prilosec
- Provacid
- Protonix
- Nexium
PPIs generate an enormous amount of revenue for their respective manufacturers. It’s estimated that all PPIs combined generate nearly $10 billion per year in sales in the United States alone. Nexium is the best-selling PPI medication, as it has had at least one year of more than $6 billion in sales.
Alleged PPI Side Effects
Unfortunately, when something goes wrong with a medication or medications that are used by so many people, it means that a lot of people could be potentially harmed. Unfortunately, over the years several alleged PPI side effects have been reported. These alleged Prilosec side effects, Nexium side effects and other medication side effects have included:
- Magnesium deficiency
- Bone Fractures
- Rebound acid hypersecretion
- Infections
There have been others, but until recently these have been the most common. However, the most recent alleged side effect of Proton Pump Inhibitors is the possibility that these medications can cause severe kidney damage. A study came out recently that stated that using PPIs can lead to serious kidney problems, and since then people have been seeking both medical and legal help from an proton pump inhibitor lawyer.
Seek Justice With a Leading Proton Pump Inhibitor Attorney
If you or someone you love has used one of these medications and you are concerned that you were injured as a result, you should make sure that you have a foundation of sound legal advice before deciding on how you should proceed. You can do so by contacting the PPI side effects lawyers at the Shapiro Legal Group, PLLC today to schedule a free initial consultation.