All Articles Tagged With: "Neurontin"
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Pfizer Settles Fraudulent Marketing Claims for $2.3B Fine
To resolve criminal and civil claims over the illegal marketing of the recalled painkiller Bextra and other drugs, Pfizer has agreed to pay $2.3 billion. It is the fourth Pfizer settlement relating to illegal marketing of their products since 2002, and includes the largest criminal fine in U.S. history.
Neurontin Lawsuit Trial Begins Over Suicide Side Effects
The first of over 1,200 lawsuits against Pfizer alleging that Neurontin side effects increase the risk of suicide will begin trial this week. The case is one both the judge and the plaintiff’s attorney say will be hard to win, so a plaintiff’s verdict would indicate serious trouble for Pfizer’s ability to defend itself against [...]
Epilepsy Drug Suicide Warnings Added by FDA
The FDA is requiring the manufacturers of 11 different epilepsy drugs, such as Lamictal, Lyrica, Topamax and Depakote, to warn about potential side effects that may increase the risk of suicide and suicidal thoughts.
