Latuda Lawsuits – Recent Updates

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What is Latuda?

Latuda (Lurasidone HCI) is a medication used to treat bipolar disorder. It is usually prescribed by itself or together with medications like Lithium. It is being marketed in the US by Sunovion.

What are some side effects of Latuda?

Common side effects of Latuda include dizziness, weight gain, increased cholesterol and trouble swallowing. More serious side effects include high blood sugar, coma and death.

Are there any Latuda lawsuits?

Recent news has suggested that Latuda could lead to a serious condition called hyponatremia, a condition that occurs when water and sodium are out of balance in the body. Cases related to this issue are starting to emerge, though it’s still in the early stages of litigation. Individuals who believe they have been affected are advised to contact an established litigation attorney to begin the process and see if they qualify for a lawsuit​.

Secondly, there has been a significant patent infringement lawsuit regarding Abbreviated New Drug Applications (ANDAs) for Latuda in the U.S. Sumitomo Dainippon Pharma and its U.S. subsidiary, Sunovion Pharmaceuticals, jointly filed this lawsuit against 16 generic companies seeking to market a generic version of Latuda. As of 2018, all disputes underlying this lawsuit have been resolved through settlements, and certain generic companies will be permitted to distribute their generic versions of lurasidone HCL starting on February 21, 2023​.

As for potential side effects of Latuda, the drug has been linked to symptoms such as mood swings, memory loss, depression, anxiety, and headaches. However, these symptoms alone might not be sufficient to warrant a lawsuit. Other more serious side effects may also include symptoms associated with medical conditions such as diabetes, epilepsy, cardiovascular disease, asthma, multiple sclerosis, and others. If patients experience these symptoms as a result of taking Latuda, it may be possible to file a lawsuit under the claim of medical malpractice, particularly if the medication was misdiagnosed or incorrectly administered. It’s important to note that such a lawsuit must be filed within three years of the date of medical malpractice​​.

However, it’s worth noting that as of now, Latuda has not been the subject of any mass tort lawsuits​. While individual cases may exist, no large-scale litigation has been initiated.

More information about Latuda

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