Zyprexa® - Contact an Attorney to File a Lawsuit

An anti-psychotic medication, Zyprexa® was approved by the FDA to treat schizophrenia, as well as some symptoms of bi-polar disorder. Also known as olanzapine, Zyprexa® can have serious side effects that are dangerous to your health. The majority of the health-related issues linked with Zyprexa® involve blood sugar disorders, such as diabetes and hyperglycemia. Other illnesses associated with Zyprexa® include tardive dyskinesia, kidney failure, pancreatitis, heart arrhythmias, seizures, weight gain, fever, and stiff muscles. The dangerous conditions that result from Zyprexa® use can lead to coma and death. Unfortunately, the increased risk of medical problems related to Zyprexa® remains even after use of the drug is stopped.

The warning label of Zyprexa® has undergone several revisions at the request of the FDA, advising physicians and consumers about the increased risk of hyperglycemia and diabetes in patients taking the medication. Symptoms that are often associated with diabetes and hyperglycemia include weight loss, frequent urination, irritability, excessive hunger and thirst, blurred vision, and lethargy. Since 1996, more than 14 million people throughout the world have taken Zyprexa®.

If Zyprexa® has harmed you or a loved one, you may want to contact an experienced attorney for more information.