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Zicam Lawsuits

On June 16, 2009 FDA altered consumers to the risk of anosmia (loss of smell) with the use of certain Zicam products marketed by Matrixx Initiatives. These Zicam products are zinc-containing, nasal cold remedies used to reduce the duration and severity of cold symptoms.

The Zicam products are:
--Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Gel
--Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs
--Zicam Cold Remedy Swabs, Kids Size (a discontinued product).

The FDA has received more than 130 reports of loss of sense of smell associated with the use of these three Zicam products. In these reports, many people who experienced a loss of smell said the condition occurred with the first dose; others reported a loss of the sense of smell after multiple uses of the products.

“Loss of sense of smell is a serious risk for people who use these products for relief from cold symptoms,” said Janet Woodcock, M.D., director of the FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER). “We are concerned that consumers may unknowingly use a product that could cause serious harm, and therefore we are advising them not to use these products for any reason.”

People who have experienced a loss of sense of smell or other problems after use of the affected Zicam products should contact their health care professional. The loss of sense of smell can adversely affect a person’s quality of life, and can limit the ability to detect the smell of gas or smoke or other signs of danger in the environment.

The FDA has issued Matrixx Initiatives, maker of these Zicam products, a warning letter telling it that these products cannot be marketed without FDA approval.

“Companies have an obligation to the public to demonstrate to the FDA that their products are safe, particularly when there is evidence they may be causing serious adverse events, and they are marketed for minor, self-limiting conditions like the common cold,” said Deborah M. Autor, director of CDER’s Office of Compliance.

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Super PoliGrip Lawsuit

People who use dentures should be aware that lawsuits have been filed alleging that use of PoliGrip and other denture creams caused zinc poisoning, which can cause paralysis, loss of balance, tingling in the arms and legs, unexplained pain and other neurological problems.

A simple test will determine if you have zinc poisoning.

If you do, please contact our law firm about a PoliGrip lawsuit. Our law firm is investigating the connection between PoliGrip and zinc poisoning. We are representing several people injured by medical products, and have gained a national reputation in the area of complex product liability litigation. Our lawyers have appeared on CBS News, Fox News and numerous local television stations.

Contact our law firm for a free consultation about a possible Super PoliGrip lawsuit: 1-888-377-8900 (toll free) or complete our free consultation form.

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Fixodent Lawsuit

Pritzker Olsen law firm is accepting cases involving people who have tested positive for zinc poisoning after using Fixodent denture cream.

Fixodent lawsuits are alleging that the Fixodent denture cream used by claimants had levels of zinc high enough to cause zinc poisoning (hyperzincemia), which can result in copper deficiency (hypocupremia) and profound neurological disease.

If you, your spouse or your parent has tested positive for zinc poisoning, please contact our law firm: 1-888-377-8900 (toll free) or submit our free consultation form.

Anyone who uses dentures and is experiencing extreme fatigue, difficulty walking, tingling in the arms or legs, unexplained pain or other neurological symptoms, should seek medical attention and ask to be tested for zinc poisoning. If the test is positive, contact us about a Fixodent lawsuit.

Pritzker Olsen attorneys are representing many clients like you who are suffering from serious injury due to a defective medicine. We would be happy to talk with you about our experience and how we can help you get the compensation you deserve.

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