The pharmaceutical injury attorneys at Gempeler Trial Lawyers are currently accepting claims related to liver damage caused by acetaminophen overdose. If you believe you have suffered a serious injury from taking acetaminophen products, we can help you receive the compensation you deserve.

Acetaminophen is found in more than 100 over-the-counter and prescription medications, making it one of the most widely used pain relievers in the country. It is most commonly known for being the active ingredient in Tylenol.

Acetaminophen and Liver Damage

According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), there is considerable evidence linking acetaminophen to the development of serious liver damage resulting in liver failure, liver transplant, and death. In general, patients are at greatest risk of suffering liver damage from acetaminophen when it is:

• Taken at a higher-than-recommended dosage
• Used consistently over a long period of time
• Taken by people who are heavy drinkers

Reports by the FDA reveal that acetaminophen liver injuries account for approximately 56,000 emergency room visits, 26,000 hospitalizations, and 400 deaths every year. The likelihood of acetaminophen overdose is increased exponentially due to its widespread presence in many over-the-counter products. It is very easy for consumers to be taking several medications at once which contain acetaminophen without realizing that when taken in combination, their combined dosage exceeds what is safely recommended.

FDA Restrictions on Acetaminophen Medications

The FDA has recently taken several steps to help reduce the chances of acetaminophen overdose. In January 2011, the maximum allowable dosage of acetaminophen in prescription drugs was reduced to 325 mg per tablet. Pharmaceutical manufacturers were all informed of this policy change, and steps have been implemented to ensure that they are complying.

A “Black Box Warning” has also been placed on the labels of all prescription drugs containing acetaminophen in order to make consumers aware of the increased risk of liver damage. This is the strongest warning the FDA places on drug labels, and it is only used in situations where a product poses life-threatening risks to consumers. Over-the-counter products containing acetaminophen received similar warnings back in 2009.

Gempeler Trial Lawyers Can Help

Our Colorado pharmaceutical injury attorneys will be happy to provide you with a free, no-obligation consultation if you believe your liver damage was caused by acetaminophen overdose. After a thorough review of the evidence, we will advise you as to the best way to proceed.

With more than 30 years of trial experience, Gempeler Trial Lawyers possesses a unique skill set that can greatly increase your chances of success. We have the skills to battle the high powered legal teams employed by pharmaceutical companies, and we are prepared to fight aggressively in court to secure the compensation you deserve.

Please contact us today to schedule your free initial consultation. Gempeler Trial Lawyers serves clients in Colorado and Minnesota.