Invokana Lawsuits
Studies have shown that the diabetes drug Invokana and other SGLT2 inhibitor drugs may cause serious side effects. Our Invokana attorneys are investigating lawsuits on behalf of people who took Invokana and suffered a serious side effect.
Continue reading for more information on Invokana lawsuits, or contact us today to speak with an experienced Invokana attorney about your potential case.
IMPORTANT: The information provided on this website is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you are currently experiencing any side effect from Invokana, contact a healthcare professional immediately. Do not stop taking prescription medications like Invokana without talking to your doctor or healthcare provider.
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If you or a loved one suffered a serious side effect while taking the drug Invokana, you may be able to seek financial compensation through an Invokana lawsuit. Our Invokana attorneys are currently evaluating lawsuits for the following injuries:
- – Diabetic ketoacidosis
- – Kidney injury and kidney failure
- – Heart attack
- – Stroke
If you have questions about a potential Invokana lawsuit, contact our attorneys today for a free case evaluation. We take pride in providing honest case evaluations and there is no obligation to sign with us if you call. If you think you may have a case, don’t wait—talk to an Invokana attorney today.
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What Is Invokana?
Invokana (canagliflozin) is a diabetes medication that helps control blood sugar levels. Taken orally, Invokana works by helping to reduce the glucose in your bloodstream. Invokana is prescribed to help treat type 2 diabetes. Invokana was approved for use in the US in March 2013 and is manufactured by Janssen Pharmaceuticals.
Invokana is part of a new class of drugs known as sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitors, or SGLT2 inhibitors. Invokana was the first of these drugs to be approved for use in the United States.
Safety concerns have surrounded Invokana since the drug was first approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Several serious side effects of Invokana include:
- – Diabetic ketoacidosis
- – Kidney injury and kidney failure
- – Heart attacks
- – Strokes
Diabetic Ketoacidosis from Invokana
Invokana can lead to a serious and potentially fatal condition known as diabetic ketoacidosis, a condition where the body produces high levels of blood acids known as “ketones”. Ketoacidosis often requires hospitalization and can be fatal if left untreated.
| Symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis include: |
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| Excessive thirst |
| Frequent urination |
| Difficulty breathing |
| Nausea & vomiting |
| Abdominal pain |
| Confusion |
| Unusual fatigue or sleepiness |
On May 5, 2015, the FDA released a safety announcement warning about the risks of diabetic ketoacidosis from Invokana and other SGLT2 drugs. The warning was issued after the FDA received dozens of reports of ketoacidosis, all of which required hospitalization to treat. In December 2015, the FDA ordered Janssen to update the warning label of Invokana to include information on the risk of diabetic ketoacidosis.
If you or a loved one developed diabetic ketoacidosis while taking Invokana or another SGLT2 inhibitor, contact our Invokana attorneys to learn about a potential lawsuit
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Kidney Injury from Invokana
Invokana can cause serious kidney injuries, including acute kidney injury. We are currently evaluating Invokana lawsuits on behalf of people who suffered kidney injuries while taking Invokana.
On June 14, 2016, the FDA released a safety announcement strengthening the warnings about the risk of acute kidney injury from Invokana. Acute kidney injury is a condition in which the kidneys suddenly stop working, causing dangerous levels of wastes to build up in the bloodstream and body.
From March 2013 to October 2015, 101 confirmable cases of acute kidney injury were reported to the FDA through the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System. In about half of these cases, the acute kidney injury condition occurred within one month of starting Invokana.
If you or a loved one suffered a kidney injury or kidney complication while taking Invokana or another SGLT2 inhibitor, contact our Invokana attorneys to learn about a potential lawsuit.
Heart Attack and Stroke from Invokana
Invokana also carries the risk of cardiovascular side effects, including heart attack and stroke. When the FDA approved Invokana in 2013, the organization also announced that five FDA-mandated post-marketing studies would be conducted to assess Invokana’s safety risks, including the risks for cardiovascular side effects.
Our Invokana attorneys are investigating lawsuits for heart attacks and strokes. If you suffered one of these side effects, contact our attorneys today for information on an Invokana lawsuit.
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| Invokana lawsuits are being filed for injuries including: |
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| Diabetic ketoacidosis |
| Kidney injury and kidney failure |
| Heart attack |
| Stroke |
Lawsuits are being filed in courts across the country for injuries from Invokana, with plaintiffs’ attorneys arguing that Janssen did not properly warn patients and doctors about the drug’s side effects
Attorneys for the plaintiffs who were injured by Invokana argue that the decision to use the drug may have been altered if Janssen had provided complete and accurate information about the side effects of Invokana.
Our lawyers are helping to lead the fight against this dangerous drug by serving on the Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee in Pennsylvania.
| Invokana Lawsuits Allege, In Part, That Janssen: |
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| Failed to warn about the risks of Invokana |
| Misrepresented Invokana’s risks and benefits in product advertising |
| Manufactured a defective drug, and was negligent in bringing the product to market |
To learn more about Invokana lawsuits or find out if you have a case, contact us today for a free lawsuit evaluation.
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0ur Invokana attorneys are helping to lead the fight against this dangerous drug. We have decades of experience in pharmaceutical litigation and have the knowledge and skill required for these complex cases. Our firm has helped clients recover billions of dollars in damages for injuries caused by dangerous drugs.
Through an Invokana lawsuit, you may be able to recover financial compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other financial hardships as a result of your injury.
If you or a loved one was injured by the drug Invokana or another SGLT2 inhibitor, contact one of our experienced Invokana attorneys today for a free, no obligation lawsuit evaluation.
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