Fentanyl

Fentanyl Injury Attorney

Duragesic, also known as Fentanyl or Transdermal is a patch used to dispense painkiller. It is worn on the skin and is absorbed over a period of up to three days. The drug is often used in palliative care to assist patients who cannot swallow or who suffer from renal failure. Fentanyl is used as a last resort for bedridden and cancer patients suffering from extreme pain. Unfortunately, many of these patients are often victims of the dangerous side effects of Fentanyl that cause serious injury, even death.

Drug injuries can be serious, even fatal. You do have rights against the negligent manufacturers and distributors of dangerous drugs. Contact us today for a free consultation on your legal claim.

At Fibich, Hampton & Leebron, LLP, our attorneys are dedicated to assisting the victims and families of dangerous drug injuries and death. While the patch can be manufactured and sold at different medication strengths, the drug itself is 80 times more potent than morphine. Serious injuries and death are a higher risk for the elderly or debilitated patients.

Fentanyl was recalled by the manufacturer after the patches were found to leak and cause overdose. Later, the FDA issued a public statement to advise health care professionals and caregivers on the potentially dangerous side effects caused by Fentanyl. If you believe that a serious injury or death was caused by the use of Fentanyl or you are interested in learning more about Duragesic side effects, please contact our offices.

Duragesic side effects may include:

• Respiratory depression
• Abdominal pain
• Chest pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Constipation
• Loss of appetite
• Amnesia
• Paranoia

Contact us today at our Houston, Texas office to learn more about legal claims related to Fentanyl. Our lawyers focus on client service and upholding our reputation for a record of results.