Raptiva Lawsuit
Our Firm is helping individuals and families who have suffered side effects and injuries associated with the use of Raptiva®. We are currently accepting Raptiva cases nationwide. If you or someone you know has been injured by Raptiva, please contact our firm for a free, no obligation consultation. Call Toll Free 1-866-777-2557 or fill out our online contact form and a Raptiva Side Effects lawyer will contact you to answer any of your questions.
Raptiva (Efalizumab) is a prescription medicine used to treat psoriasis, an autoimmunie disease which affects the skin and joints. On April 8, 2009, the manufacturer of Raptiva, Genentech Inc., announced that it had begun a voluntary phased withdrawal of the product from the U.S. market. In a letter to Raptiva patients, the company explained that it had received three reports of a fatal brain infection called Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML) linked to patients taking Raptiva. Consequently, pharmacies will only refill prescriptions until June 8, 2009.
Some side effects associated with the use of Raptiva include:
• Coughing
• Chills
• Fever
• Congestion
• Swelling of the skin
• Burning sensation while urinating
• Sore throat
Symptoms associated with Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML) include:
• Difficulty thinking
• Trouble with balance and walking
• Decrease in strength
• Speech problems
• Problems with vision
How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit?
Each state has a different set of guidelines which determine how long you have to file a lawsuit. This is called a statute of limitations. If lawsuits are not filed before the statutory deadline you may lose the right to bring a claim for compensation. Statutes of limitations can change at any time by the actions of the legislature or courts of the particular state. For a full review of any potential legal claims and relevant statutes of limitation related to Raptiva side effects it is important to consult with an attorney to determine how the law applies to your specific legal claims