Our class action lawyers are filing lawsuits for people who were injured by Tasigna (nilotinib), a chemotherapy medication that has been linked to a serious side effect called atherosclerosis, which occurs when plaque builds up inside the arteries.
Free Confidential Lawsuit Evaluation: If you or a loved one was injured by the side effects of Tasigna, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit against the manufacturer and we can help.
What’s the problem?
Manufactured and marketed by Novartis International AG, Tasigna (generic: nilotinib) is currently one of the most profitable drugs in the world, with nearly $2 billion in sales in 2016 alone. Prescribed to treat a type of blood cancer known as chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), Tasigna has been found to cause severe and rapid-onset atherosclerosis, a life-threatening cardiovascular disease characterized by a thickening of the arterial walls.
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Tasigna Side Effects
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral artery disease (PAD)
- Coronary artery disease (CAD)
- Carotid artery disease
- Hardening / narrowing of the peripheral arteries
- Heart attack
- Stroke
- Angina
- Other arterial diseases
- Limb amputations
- Blood disorders
- Blood clots
- Death
- And more
Important Information for Patients with Heart Problems
As we’ve learned by this point in the article, Tasigna may increase the risk of severe heart problems, especially when taken in conjunction with other medicines. Talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take before deciding whether to take Tasigna. Your heart function may need to be checked before and during treatment if you decide in favor of a regimen.
Can I Participate in a Class Action?
The law offices of Schmidt & Clark, LLP, have decided not to file a personal injury class action lawsuit over Tasigna, and are instead only filing individual claims on behalf of injured parties. We believe this decision is in the best interest of our clients, as class actions in defective drug litigation often result in “low-ball” settlement agreements and high attorney fees. If you’ve been injured, contact us today to learn more about your legal rights.
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Do I have a Tasigna Lawsuit?
The Class Action Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in Tasigna lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new atherosclerosis cases in all 50 states.
Free Case Evaluation: Again, if you were harmed by Tasigna side effects, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.