Houston Invokana Lawyer

Tragically, Invokana has been linked to some severe, potentially irreversible, and deadly side effects. These reportedly include (but are not necessarily limited to):

• Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a condition in which acids (ketones) dangerously accumulate in the bloodstream due to a lack of insulin – Without treatment, DKA can lead to severe hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), hypokalemia (low potassium levels), and brain swelling. In the worst cases, DKA can result in unconsciousness and wrongful death.
• Foot and leg amputations, the early signs of which include tenderness, infections, sores, and ulcers on the feet and/or legs – In May 2017, the FDA issued a new Invokana warning regarding the risk of amputations. This warning indicated that Invokana patients were at least two times more likely (than patients taking placebos) to need a foot or leg amputation.³
• Pancreatitis, swelling of the pancreas – Marked by abdominal pain, fever, and nausea, pancreatitis can cause kidney failure or kidney cancer if left undiagnosed or untreated.
• Kidney failure also referred to as renal failure – Characterized by fluid retention, seizures, and chest pain, kidney failure results in toxic chemicals accumulating in the blood, possibly resulting in loss of kidney function and death.

A number of people allegedly injured by Invokana have already filed lawsuits against Janssen. These claims allege that Janssen:

• Failed to conduct the necessary safety testing for Invokana
• Misrepresented the safety and efficacy of Invokana
• Failed to warn the public of the serious risks associated with Invokana use.

In December 2016, the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation (JPML) issued a transfer order to consolidate the growing number of Invokana lawsuits into multidistrict litigation.⁴ Intended to facilitate discovery and pre-trial proceedings, the Invokana MDL (No. 2750) is being overseen by the U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey.⁵

While new claims can join the ongoing Invokana MDL, it’s also possible to pursue individual Invokana claims (outside of the MDL) against Janssen. The best option for a given claim will depend on the specific circumstances, as well as the plaintiff’s needs and goals.

A lawyer at the Amaro Law Firm can explain whether it is in your best interest to file a claim with or outside of the ongoing Invokana MDL.

If you or a loved one has developed serious complications after taking Invokana, it is time to contact an experienced dangerous drug lawyer at the Amaro Law Firm.

Call (713) 352-7975, text (281) 612-8024, or contact our firm for your FREE consultation and important advice regarding your claim and how to move forward.

With more than two decades’ experience successfully resolving dangerous drug cases, our attorneys have the insight and skills to effectively represent you throughout the course of your Invokana claim.

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1: FDA approval for Invokana
2: Janssen’s Invokana drug information
3: 2017 FDA Invokana warning about the risk of amputations
4: JPML Transfer Order creating the Invokana MDL in New Jersey
5: Invokana MDL (No. 2750)