If you've recently learned that there were more severe Accutane side effects than you had been told when you took the medication, particularly if it's been years since you did, then you need to learn more about the potential health problems you're at a greater risk for. Former patients like you have become aware of in recent years of studies that have shown a strong correlation between use of Accutane and inflammatory bowel diseases. It was the discovery of these Accutane side effects which led to the medication being taken off the shelves in 2009 by Roche Pharmaceuticals. Though that was the right move to make, many believe it could have been made much sooner and had it been, it could have prevented numerous cases of inflammatory bowel disease in former users of Accutane.
If you begin to notice any IBD symptoms, then you need to see a doctor immediately. These symptoms can include difficulty digesting your food, abdominal pains and bloody stools. The sooner you see a doctor and receive a proper diagnosis, the sooner your treatment can begin. Your doctor will advise you that there is currently no cure for inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. That's a difficult thing to hear, especially when you also come to learn that the painful IBD symptoms you're experiencing now are going to get worse over time.
You will need ongoing ulcerative colitis or Crohns treatment to simply slow down the progression of your condition. But this is only part of the challenge you're facing. The costs of that continuing medical care may be more than you can afford and many former Accutane patients find the financial challenges they're facing are among the Accutane side effects they couldn't have possible prepared for.
As a result, you may want to consider an Accutane lawsuit against Roche Pharmaceuticals. With experienced legal representation, you can prove Roche is responsible for your condition because they failed to warn about these Accutane side effects. If you're able to prove their fault, then you may be entitled to financial compensation which you can apply towards your medical bills. To get the help you need regarding an Accutane lawsuit, you can contact the Law Offices of Chandler, Mathis, & Zivley, PC. An Accutane attorney from this firm will have the experience necessary to assess your situation and advise you if litigation against Roche Pharmaceuticals is something you should seriously consider.
The Law Offices of Chandler, Mathis & Zivley, PC is a Houston-based law firm who for decades has been representing plaintiffs in cases of personal injury, business and commercial matters, and contract law. This professional law firm has developed an impressive reputation for helping its clients to achieve appropriate compensation, and as a result of its efforts, the Law Offices of Chandler, Mathis & Zivley has achieved the highest rating ("AV") awarded by the legal publication Martindale-Hubbell. For more information, please contact the Law Offices of Chandler, Mathis & Zivley, PC directly.