Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Lawsuit News and Information
Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Lawsuit
Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Syndrome, which is also known as TEN or Lyell’s Syndrome, is a potentially fatal skin reaction which could be caused by a number of different medications.
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Accutane Lawsuit Over Inflamattory Bowel Disease Results in $25M Verdict
A New Jersey jury has awarded $25.16 million in damages in an Accutane lawsuit, which alleged that the acne drug caused the plaintiff to develop inflammatory bowel disease.
Lamictal Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Case Requires Burn Unit Treatment
A California high school cheerleader recently required treatment in a Los Angeles burn center for Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, a rare and potentially deadly skin disease that appears to have been brought on as a side effect of Lamictal, an epilepsy drug.
Tamiflu Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Case Reported Involving Teen in U.K.
A British teenager is fighting for her life after suffering a rare and potentially life-threatening skin reaction known as Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, which may have been caused by side effects of Tamiflu for the treatment of Swine Flu.
Intelence Stevens Johnson Syndrome Warning Added in Canada
Health Canada has issued a warning to Canadian health care professionals about serious and potentially fatal skin reactions that can occur as a side effect of Intelence, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS), toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), and erythema multiforme.
Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Lawsuit Results in $3.5M Award, But No Recovery
An Illinois woman will not receive the $3.5 million awarded to her by a jury for a debilitating and sometimes deadly skin reaction, known as toxic epidermal necrolysis, which she alleged was caused by Children’s Motrin. The jury found that the plaintiff’s own negligence contributed to her injuries, which bars her from any recovery [...]
Intelence Side Effects Linked to Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Skin Reactions
The FDA announced last week that the warning label for the HIV drug Intelence has been updated to warn about the risk of serious and potentially life-threatening skin reactions, such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis and erythema multiforme.
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Malpractice Lawsuit Results in $6M Verdict
A California jury has awarded $6 million in a medical malpractice lawsuit filed by an 82-year old woman who suffered Steven-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) after her doctor prescribed Allopurinol for gout, which it turns out she did not have.
Tarceva Side Effects Could Include Stevens-Johnson Syndrome: FDA
The FDA announced Friday that new warnings will be added to the cancer medication Tarceva, indicating that possible side effects could include an increased risk gastrointestinal problems, eye disorders and skin conditions consistent with Stevens Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis.
Treanda Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Cases Lead to New Warnings
According to Cephalon, Inc., at least two users of their cancer drug Treanda developed a severe form of the skin condition Stevens-Johnson syndrome, known as toxic epidermal necrolysis, and at least one has died. As a result, the drug’s warning label will be updated about the risk of using the drug in combination with allopurinol. [...]
Stevens Johnson Syndrome Linked to Dilantin, Phenytek and Cerebyx
The FDA warned Monday that some Asians who carry a certain gene, could face an increased risk of suffering from a severe skin reaction known as Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) or Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN), after taking the epilepsy drugs Dilantin, Phenytek or Cerebyx.
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