Meridia

Meridia is a prescription-only weight loss pill designed to manage obesity, where 30+ pounds in weight loss is recommended. Meridia blocks the body’s ability to reabsorb Serotonin and Norepinephrine, which trick a person’s brain into thinking the body is not hungry.

In 1997, the FDA approved the use of Meridia and allowed its manufacturer Abbott Laboratories to marketing the product. However, the FDA also noted that based on its research, Meridia was only slightly effective in helping obese patients lose weight.

Since that time, two changes have been made to Meridia’s label, warning users of its side effects. In March 2002, a consumer advocate group, Public Citizen, petitioned the FDA to recall Meridia because at least 29 people died while taking the drug. The FDA is currently considering this petition.

Meridia and similar drugs have been linked to increased blood pressure, heart attacks, strokes, cardiac arrest, irregular heartbeats and seizures. There is also evidence of pulmonary hypertension and heart valve disease – both of which can be deadly.

If you or someone you care about has taken Meridia and experienced any serious side effects, you may be entitled to a cash award. To find out more, please contact our Meridia attorneys and we will provide you with a free evaluation of your options.

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