Darvon® Lawsuit

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Darvon, manufactured by Eli Lily, has been linked to serious, life-threatening side effects that include accidental overdose, intentional overdose, or any form of cardiac emergency.

Darvon, also known as Propoxyphene, is used to treat mild to moderate pain. It is in a class called opioids. Darvon is currently one of the most prescribed drugs in this country.

What You Can Do & How We Can Help

The Schmidt Firm, LLP is currently accepting Darvon and Propxyphene accidental overdose cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has taken Darvon and died from an accidental overdose, you should contact our firm immediately for a free case consultation. Please click here to contact our Dangerous Drug Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.

What is the problem with Darvon?

Darvon is used to treat mild to moderate pain. It is also used for pain before, during, and after surgery. It was the 12th most prescribed drug in 2004 with almost 23 million prescriptions written. In February 2006, the Public Citizen urged the FDA to ban both Darvon and Darvocet, a popular painkiller that combines Propozyphene and Acetaminophen. Over 10,000 deaths, at least 2,110 of those being accidental overdoses, have been reported after the use of Darvon and Darvocet.

Side Effects of Darvon

There are a variety of side effects associated with Darvon. Our firm is pursing the following types of serious, life-threatening side effects:

• Accidental Overdose
• Suicide
• Cardiac Emergency
• Death
• Lightheadedness
• Dizziness
• Sedation
• Nausea
• Vomiting

Do I Have a Darvon Lawsuit?

The Schmidt Firm, LLP is currently accepting Darvon induced overdose cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been injured by Darvon, you should contact our firm immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Dangerous Drug Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.

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