Lexapro

A Lexapro lawyer in Oklahoma stands behind injury victims

Lexapro (escitalopram) is drug used to combat depression and anxiety. Marketed by Forest Pharmaceuticals Corp., Lexapro received approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in August 2002.

Some patients who use Lexapro, however, have experienced serious side effects. Lexapro, like other drugs classified as Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs), is linked to birth defects, including Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn (PPHN). PPHN is a serious and potentially fatal condition that occurs when blood cannot get into the lungs to become oxygenated.

If you or a loved one suffered birth defects or other adverse Lexapro side effects, you may be entitled to compensation. Don’t hesitate to contact a Lexipro lawyer in Oklahoma to learn about your rights. Call Hansen Dirani & Associates Law Offices: 877-583-0700.

Facts about Lexapro

Mothers who took Lexapro during the second half of pregnancy were six times more likely to give birth to a baby afflicted with PPHN (compared to mothers who did not take Lexapro).

Lexapro, like other SSRIs, is linked to suicidal and/or violent behavior, particularly among children.

Other drugs in the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class include:

• Prozac
• Zoloft
• Paxil
• Symbyax
• Celexa
• Cymbalta
• Effexor

Contact Tulsa personal injury lawyer Hansen Dirani today

Get your life back. Take action. Before you accept any settlement with the insurance company, call 877-583-0700 to speak with a personal injury lawyer in Tulsa. At Hansen Dirani & Associates, we have the experience and resources victims of dangerous drugs need to pursue the justice they rightfully deserve.