Why Some Medications Are More Dangerous Than Others
In my experience as a dangerous drugs attorney, I know better than anyone that dangerous medications can have severe, life-threatening side effects. We’ve also found that some medications are far more dangerous than others.
But why?
Why are some medications so risky, and others aren’t? And how do these dangerous meds keep getting approved?
The answer often comes down to a mix of rushed development, hidden side effects, and companies that put profits before people.
Rushed to Market Without Proper Testing
One of the biggest reasons certain medications turn out to be dangerous is that they’re rushed to market.
Drug companies are under pressure to beat the competition and start turning a profit. In some cases, this means skipping steps or relying on short-term studies that don’t show how the drug affects people over time.
As a result, serious side effects – like organ damage, blood clots, or even cancer – might not show up until the drug has already been sold to thousands or millions of patients.
Some Drugs Are More Potent or Complicated
Some medications are just more powerful than others. They might affect multiple systems in your body (for example, both your nervous system and endocrine system) or interact with other drugs you’re taking.
Blood thinners, hormones, and certain psychiatric medications carry a higher risk of complications than many other drugs for these reasons.
Even over-the-counter drugs can become dangerous when combined with other treatments. When pharmaceutical companies fail to warn doctors and patients about these risks, people can get seriously hurt.
Poor Warning Labels and Hidden Dangers
Another reason some medications are more dangerous is because the warnings aren’t clear or are missing altogether. This is a problem we’ve dealt with time and again at our firm.
Drug manufacturers are required by law to tell you about known side effects and risks. But sometimes, they hide or downplay those risks to boost sales. We’ve had plenty of cases where the pharmaceutical company has internal records proving they knew about the risks and didn’t warn people.
When that happens, patients are left in the dark, unable to make informed choices. That’s not just unethical and extremely dangerous – it’s grounds for a personal injury lawsuit.
Some Drugs Shouldn’t Be on the Market at All
Sadly, there are medications out there that should have never been approved.
These drugs may pass the initial testing stages, but then major problems show up in real-world use. Or in extreme cases, the drug manufacturers submit fraudulent data to get approved in the first place.
Once enough people get hurt, the drug might be recalled or pulled from shelves. But for many people, it’s too late. By that point, victims are living with permanent injuries or chronic conditions caused by something that was supposed to heal them.
What You Can Do If You’ve Been Harmed
If a medication has caused you serious harm, you may have a legal case.
Dangerous drug lawsuits allow you to seek compensation for your medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. They also hold drug companies accountable and help push for safer practices.
Whether you’re dealing with long-term side effects, a sudden health crisis, or the loss of a loved one, I’m here to help.
You don’t have to take on the pharmaceutical industry alone. As a dangerous drugs lawyer based in Memphis, I’ll fight to get you the justice and compensation you deserve. Our award-winning team has won millions for our clients, and we don’t win anything ourselves unless and until we win your case.
Reach out today for a free consultation, and let’s talk about your options in fighting back against dangerous drugs.