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Meridia: Meridia Dangers

Meridia Dangers

On March 19, 2002, Public Citizen, a consumer advocate group, petitioned the FDA to recall the Meridia weight loss drug due to the deaths of approximately 29 people who died while taking the drug. The petition asks for a recall due to the following evidence:

  • Clinical trials showed an increase in blood pressure, heart rate, and abnormal EKGs (electrocardiograms).
  • Approximately 397 adverse events were reported to the FDA from February 1998 to September 2001.
  • Of the adverse events reported to the FDA, 29 people died, with 19 of those 29 due to cardiovascular causes. In addition, there were 143 patients who suffered from an arrythmia.
  • An FDA advisory committee voted five to four against the approval of Meridia when asked if the benefits outweighed the risks.
  • Blood pressure screening may not prevent people at high risk from receiving the drug.
  • Meridia was recalled in Italy after two cardiovascular deaths.
  • There have been approximately 103 reports of adverse events associated with Meridia in the UK and France, including two deaths. The FDA is currently taking Public Citizen's petition under advisement.

If you or someone you know has suffered injuries while taking the Meridia weight loss drug, contact an attorney to learn more about your legal rights.

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