If you developed cancer after taking Belviq or Belviq XR, contact Mass Tort Alliance immediately to discuss your legal options. You may be entitled to financial compensation from the manufacturer. Eisai Inc. initially manufactured and marketed the drug for weight loss. However, they didn’t disclose the potential risk of cancer until years later. People across the country have been filing lawsuits against the drug company for their negligent actions, which led to the victim’s cancer diagnosis and other medical complications.
Manufacturers are responsible for providing products that are safe for consumers. If they know of any potential dangers, they must include them on warning labels. The Belviq manufacturer knew about the adverse side effects patients could face but chose not to notify them. That decision resulted in thousands of people developing some type of cancer and experiencing other serious side effects.
Mass Tort Alliance understands how traumatic this experience has been. Cancer is a life-changing diagnosis. Many cancer treatment options come with their own side effects that could disrupt your daily life. Unexpected medical bills are a significant source of stress and could lead to debt if you’re unable to pay. You deserve compensation for the suffering you’ve endured, and we’re ready to help.
Belviq is the brand name for lorcaserin hydrochloride. It belongs to the drug class CNS Stimulants, Anorexiants, Serotonin 5-HT2C-Receptor Agonists. When used correctly, it can treat people with obesity and other weight-related problems. It is a doctor-prescribed medication that comes in the form of a tablet.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Belviq for weight loss in 2012. The active ingredient lorcaserin affects brain signals indicating hunger. The chemical reaction can cause a feeling of fullness, so the patient eats fewer calories. Belviq XR is an extended-release tablet. Both are useful for weight loss when combined with exercise, diet, and other lifestyle changes.
Multiple side effects and complications can occur while taking or after completing a lorcaserin regimen. They range in severity from mild to severe. The most common are:
More serious side effects include:
Researchers discovered a potential link between Belviq and different types of cancer. Although this link is not definitively proven, studies have shown an increased risk of adverse effects. The most common cancers that could form are:
If you were diagnosed with cancer or experienced unusual side effects, you should talk to your doctor. Just because you took Belviq doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll get cancer or that your cancer diagnosis is because of the medication. However, it would be a good idea to contact Mass Tort Alliance, so we can review your case.
In a study of 6,888 diabetic and non-diabetic patients taking Belviq and a placebo for one year and two years, various adverse reactions occurred. The placebo group included 3,437 people, and the Belviq group had 3,451 people. The ages ranged from 18 to 66, and multiple ethnicities participated.
In the one-year trial, 8.6% of Belviq users discontinued treatment early because of the side effects they experienced. Only 6.7% of participants in the placebo group dropped out of the study early.
In the group with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, the most common side effects were cough, headache, hypoglycemia, fatigue, and back pain. In non-diabetic participants, the most common side effects were nausea, constipation, dry mouth, fatigue, dizziness, and headache.
Adverse reactions of non-diabetic Belviq patients:
Adverse reactions of Belviq patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus:
The FDA requested Eisai to perform a study of the potential side effects of lorcaserin. The manufacturer conducted a double-blind clinical trial with around 12,000 women and men over five years. The participants were at an established or high risk of cardiovascular disease. During the trial, one group was given a placebo, and the other took the lorcaserin.
The FDA reviewed the study results and determined that the risks of taking the drug outweighed the benefits. In the placebo group, 423 people developed cancer. Out of the patients who took lorcaserin, 462 were diagnosed with cancer.
On February 13, 2020, the FDA requested Esai to remove all lots of Belviq and Belviq XR from the market. They also urged patients to stop taking the prescription immediately and speak to their doctors about beginning another weight loss regimen. The manufacturer decided to issue a voluntary withdrawal of all lorcaserin medications in the United States.
There haven’t been any jury verdicts or settlements reached in lawsuits against Eisai, Inc. Many cases were filed recently or have been pending for a time. The compensation you’re entitled to will depend on various factors related to your case. An experienced attorney can review all the information and determine how much money you need to compensate for your past and future losses.
A product liability case is the means for holding companies liable for causing injuries to consumers. Eisai Inc. manufactured and sold a dangerous drug that led to countless cancer diagnoses and medical problems. When you file a lawsuit, you can pursue compensation for the losses you suffered due to your injury or disease.
The most common losses included in compensation are:
Cancer often requires chemotherapy, radiation, and other types of treatment. All of that costs money, and you shouldn’t be the one to pay. The manufacturer should be held accountable for what they’ve done and provide the necessary compensation to cover your losses.
When you file a lawsuit, there’s a strict deadline you can’t miss. If it passes and you try to file anyway, the court will likely dismiss your case. The timeframe for suing the Belviq manufacturer is known as a statute of limitations. Every state has its own statute, and in cases like these, the deadline can be anywhere from one year to six years from the date you discover your injury or illness. It’s critical that you pay attention to how much time you have and begin the legal process as soon as possible. Your attorney can handle the legal aspects of your case, so you don’t have to worry about the deadlines.
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If you were diagnosed with cancer or suffered medical complications after taking Belviq or Belviq XR, do not hesitate to contact us for a free case evaluation. Our staff is ready to answer your call and provide the support and guidance you need during this devastating time in your life.