Zyprexa Lawyer

Zyprexa - A Disconcerting Overview

Zyprexa has been a drug that's been prominent in the treatment of serious psychological disorders, including dementia. It's manufactured and distributed by Eli Lilly and Company, and recent events have brought both the drug and the manufacturer under a serious degree of scrutiny. Below is an overview of the drug and a brief outline of the problems to which it's been linked.

Zyprexa's Use

In addition to dementia, Zyprexa is also used to treat other serious psychological disorders that include schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Specifically, it works by altering the actions and roles of chemicals in the brain, resulting in a minimization of psychotic episodes in patients. It has been prescribed worldwide and initially showed positive results in patients who needed medication to prevent these episodes from becoming violent and therefore dangerous to themselves and others.

Zyprexa's Side Effects

It wasn't long before Zyprexa began to be linked to several serious side effects. The most serious side effect was the development of diabetes in patients who used it. Diabetes is not necessarily life-threatening, but it is a life-long condition that needs to be carefully managed every day. Below are some side effects to watch for, and if you experience any of them, contact your doctor immediately for a full evaluation:

• fever, sweating, fast or uneven heartbeats
• jerky muscle movements
• sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body
• headaches
• confusion
• vision problems
• increased thirst
• frequent urination
• excessive hunger
• persistent weakness
• fainting
• unusual thoughts or behavior, hallucinations
• thoughts about hurting yourself
• nausea

Although this is far from an exhaustive list of side effects linked to Zyprexa, they are common problems in those who have suffered as a result of using this drug. If you experience anything out of the ordinary after beginning the use of this medication, do not assume it's normal - get evaluated medically as soon as possible.

After your medical evaluation, the next step you need to take is to contact a Zyprexa lawyer at Williams Kherkher to schedule a free initial consultation. Many claims have been filed and settled against the drug's manufacturer, and you could have a right to a recovery as well.