joints hurt due to medication?

Question

I recently took some medicine that caused me several problems, the biggest being my joints. They are in constant pain and pop often. They never did this before and I have been looking on the Internet and found many other people that have had the same problem or worse. I was wondering if it would be possible for me to sue for this. I am only 18 and this impairs many physical activities I do.

I dont think you people understand, I have been off of this for a while and the pain wont stop. I have been to the doctor and he dosnt have anything he can do. and the listed side effects do not include this. it was prescribed

Answer 1

Why sue anyone. Why don't you just go to your doctor and tell him/her that you're suffering from this side effect. Maybe they can give you another medication that won't. Every medication has possible side effects. I bet if you read up on this medication, all the possible side effects are listed. People are so sue happy these days.

Answer 2

If it isn't listed as a possible adverse effect, then chances are there's no basis for a suit (unless the company supressed information on the subject, which happens but not often). You didn't go into much detail. Does your doctor think you have serum sickness, for instance?

Answer 3

first of all was this prescribed to you or did you just take this without a prescription? if you were prescribed it the first thing to do is tell your doctor. and if he cannot solve the problem then talk to a lawyer and see if there is a class action suit over this medication

Answer 4

You need to go talk to a personal injury lawyer in your area specializing in medical malpractice. Go to www.martindale.com for a listing of qualified lawyers in your area.

Answer 5

You can sue. You may not prevail. You would have to show that the drug was defective, or the instructions were inadequate, or the drug you used was not made properly.