If you’re suffering with valsartan side effects, you may want to read this article and take heed of some important information about the drug.
Last year, a Class 1 Medicines Recall was initiated by Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). The recall stems from potential contamination that comes from the production process that could be incredibly serious for anyone affected. In fact, in the US, lawsuits have been active for some time now. When members of the Group Action Lawyers attended a conference in the U.S. last year, it was clear to us just how serious this issue could be.
If you’ve been taking the medication here in the UK and you’ve suffered problems or side effects, we may need to speak with you.
About the recall and the valsartan side effects
The recall was initiated last year, and although valsartan side effects can be numerous, what we need to look out for is anything untoward that may be related to the potential contamination issue.
In terms of the recall, urgent action was to be taken, and it affected all products in Europe. The possible contamination is for NDMA (nitrosodimethylamine). NDMA can be both carcinogenic (potentially causing cancer) and genotoxic (can adversely affect cells).
As such, this recall is incredibly serious.
Last year’s alert was for Valsartan supplied by Actavis Group PTC (now Accord) and Dexcel Pharma Ltd. This remains an emerging issue, and investigations remain ongoing.
What to do if you’re suffering with valsartan side effects
Anyone who has suffered with valsartan side effects should immediately seek medical advice and should of course follow the guidance issued by healthcare organisations involved. Alternative blood pressure medication will likely need to be provided.
If the side effects are linked to the recall problem, we want to hear from you. If you’re not sure, speak to us anyway. Although the class actions and multi-party cases are ongoing in the U.S., the UK legal system is different. Please contact our team for help and advice, and you may need too speak to one of our senior staff for more assistance.
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