Elmiron Scotoma Risk
In the wake of the Elmiron recall and FDA warning about potential eye damage, many concerned patients are asking, “Does Elmiron cause scotoma?” or “What is the relationship between Elmiron and scotoma?”
In this article, we’ll review the potential Elmiron scotoma risk and other eye damage potentially caused by Elmiron, a popular bladder medication. We’ll also share how victims can protect their legal rights in pursuing a claim for Elmiron scotoma injury or other eye damage.
IMPORTANT: As of January 2024, we are no longer investigating or taking new Elmiron cases.
For a FREE consultation concerning a potential Elmiron and scotoma claim, please call 1-800-525-7111. An experienced Elmiron lawsuit lawyer will review your claim and advise you on your eligibility.
Don’t wait — the longer you wait to contact our firm, the harder it may be to win your case and get you the Elmiron compensation you need and deserve.
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Elmiron and Eye Damage
In 2018, researchers discovered signs of serious eye damage in one-quarter of Elmiron patients studied. The eye injuries potentially linked to Elmiron include:
These conditions can result in vision loss and impairment, blurry vision, blindness, and halo vision, among other serious problems.
Scotoma, or blind spot(s) in the field of vision, is a possible result of eye damage associated with Elmiron.
Elmiron (pentosan polysulfate sodium or “PPS”) is the only prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat interstitial cystitis, a bladder disorder affecting roughly 1 million people in the United States. Hundreds of thousands of patients have been exposed to Elmiron in recent years. The drug was originally approved in 1996 and is manufactured by Janssen Pharmaceuticals.
In June 2020, the FDA required that the Elmiron label be updated to include “retinal maculopathy” and “pigmentary maculopathy” in the “Warnings and Precautions” and “Adverse Reactions” sections.
IMPORTANT: Those who have taken Elmiron are encouraged to talk with their doctor about the potential risks associated, including Elmiron scotoma risk.
IMPORTANT: As of January 2024, we are no longer investigating or taking new Elmiron cases.
If you’ve taken Elmiron and suffered scotoma or other eye injury, call 1-800-525-7111 for a FREE, no-obligation consultation with an experienced Elmiron claim lawyer today.
We can help determine if you can file and Elmiron lawsuit and handle the entire process of how to file your Elmiron lawsuit.
You may be entitled to compensation and you deserve justice.
Call 1-800-525-7111 today and let’s review your potential Elmiron scotoma or other eye damage claim.
What is Scotoma?
A scotoma is a blind spot in your vision. It may appear in the center of your field of vision, or around the outside edges.
Scotomas can be caused by injuries and disease including but not limited to:
- Retinal damage
- Macular degeneration
- Brain damage
- Stroke
- Demyelinating disease like multiple sclerosis
- Hypertension
- Exposure to dangerous substances
- Nutritional deficiencies
- Vascular blockages
According to initial research, scotomas may also be caused by Elmiron.
“Does Elmiron cause scotoma?”
Scotoma is one of several serious eye conditions potentially linked to the popular bladder medication Elmiron. Early research indicates that Elmiron may cause scotoma and other serious eye damage.
In the 2018 Elmiron study published by the American Academy of Ophthalmologists (AAO), researchers found that many patients taking Elmiron showed signs of paracentral scotoma, or vision loss in the field of vision.
According to a report in Forbes, researchers in 2019 presented evidence to the AAO that “25% of their patients with significant exposure to Elmiron showed clear evidence of retinal damage,” which resulted in scotoma in some patients.
“I take Elmiron and have developed scotoma. What should I do?”
IMPORTANT: As of January 2024, we are no longer investigating or taking new Elmiron cases.
If you’ve developed scotoma or another eye problem after taking Elmiron, you may be entitled to compensation.
For a FREE consultation with an experienced Elmiron lawyer concerning a potential Elmiron scotoma claim (or claim associated with other eye damage), please call 1-800-525-7111.
There is no obligation and you won’t pay any attorney fees unless we win your case and you receive financial compensation.
Please call 1-800-525-7111 and let’s review your eligibility for a potential Elmiron scotoma injury claim.
Justice Counts for those injured due to potentially dangerous drugs like Elmiron and we would love to help you get the justice and compensation you deserve.
Why Riddle & Brantley for Your Elmiron Eye Damage Claim?
Riddle & Brantley has been fighting to hold manufacturers of potentially dangerous drugs accountable since 1985. In more than 35 years fighting for injured victims, we’ve recovered millions of dollars in compensation for our deserving clients (see disclaimer below).
Our team is led by Gene Riddle, an experienced injury attorney who is recognized by such prestigious organizations as Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, and Super Lawyers. He is also the recipient of the 2014 Litigator Award and maintains a top-tier AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell (see disclaimer below).
“This settlement changed me and my family’s lives.”
–Linda B., Riddle & Brantley client
For a FREE consultation concerning a potential Elmiron scotoma claim (or other eye damage claim associated with PPS), please call 1-800-525-7111.
There is no obligation and you won’t pay any attorney fees unless we win your case and you receive compensation.
Elmiron may cause scotoma and other serious eye injuries, and our attorneys are ready to help however they can. Please call 1-800-525-7111 for a free consultation and case review today.
Justice Counts.
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