Pradaxa’s Dangerous Side Effects
Tennessee residents and people all across the United States trust the companies that make and market medication every day. They trust it to work properly, to be safe, and to make them feel better. Unfortunately, many medications come with some serious and possibly even life threatening side effects that the company does not always make clear to consumers. If you or someone you know has suffered serious or even life threatening injuries after taking Pradaxa, then you should speak to a Tennessee Pradaxa lawyer right away. They will hear your case and make sure you get the compensation you need for what you have suffered.
Beginning in October of 2010, the Food and Drug Administration approved Pradaxa to help prevent strokes or blood clots in people with abnormal heart rhythms. The Food and Drug Administration also put a label on the medication stating that it can sometimes can serious and fatal bleeding; however, this label does not mention that these serious side effects cannot be reversed.
If you or someone you love has taken Pradaxa and then experienced any of the following symptoms or side effects, you should seek medical attention immediately. Some of the side effects may include but are not limited to:
• Unusual bleeding of the gums • Frequent nose bleeds • Vaginal bleeding that is heavier than usual • Urine that is pink or brown • Red or black stools • Unknown causes of bruises that may increase in size • Coughing up or vomiting blood
These side effects may be signs of kidney and other serious health conditions.
Many people all across the country have unfortunately been affected by the dangerous side effects of Pradaxa even the people of Tennessee. If you or someone you care about has suffered serious and even life threatening side effects while on Pradaxa, then we strongly recommend that you contact one of our compassionate and experienced Tennessee Pradaxa injury attorneys as soon as possible. We care about our clients and will work with you to see to it that you receive the compensation you deserve for what you have been through.
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Author Bio
Jim Higgins, founder of the Higgins Firm, is a seasoned personal injury attorney with deep roots in Nashville, Tennessee. A 4th generation Nashvillian, Jim carries on the legal legacy of his father, a judge for over 30 years. After graduating from the University of Memphis School of Law, Jim’s career began on the other side of the courtroom, defending insurance companies and learning their tactics for minimizing settlements. However, he soon realized his true calling was fighting for the rights of the injured, and for the past several years, he has exclusively represented plaintiffs in personal injury cases.
Since then, his dedication and skill have earned him membership in the prestigious Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an organization limited to attorneys who have secured million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for their clients. Licensed to practice in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Georgia, Jim focuses on personal injury, product liability, medical malpractice, and workers’ compensation cases. His exceptional work has been recognized by his peers, earning him a spot on the Super Lawyers list from 2021 to 2024, a distinction awarded to only a select group of accomplished attorneys in each state.
