Paxil Lawsuits

Important Information About Possible Paxil Birth Defects Lawsuits

Side effects from Paxil, a brand name antidepressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), may cause life-altering and potentially dangerous congenital defects. 

If you took Paxil during pregnancy and your child is now suffering from a birth defect, contact the Paxil lawyers at the Simmons Law Firm. We have information about a possible Paxil lawsuit being filed against the manufacturer, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK).

When you need a caring lawyer who is knowledgeable about dangerous defective drug lawsuits and well-versed in the adverse effects of SSRIs, like Paxil or Zoloft, you can trust the experience of the Paxil lawyers at the Simmons Firm.

Our PPHN lawyers have been investigating the dangers of SSRIs since the news of its possible link to the birth defect, PPHN (Pulmonary Hypertension in Newborns).

We are here to answer questions you may have about filing a Paxil or Zoloft lawsuit.

About the Dangers of Paxil

Recent research has raised concerns about the safety of the drug, Paxil, and its link to birth defects. Potential side effects for children include:

• Breathing Problems (PPHN)
• Heart-Related Birth Defects
• Abdominal Birth Defects (Omphalocele)
• Cranial / Oral Cleft Birth Defects (Spina Bifida, Cleft Lip, Cleft Palate, Craniosynostosis)
• Limb Defects
• Anal Atresia

Premature birth has been linked to Paxil as well. In addition, other problems may affect your newborn if you are taking Paxil and breastfeeding. See breastfeeding precautions courtesy of WebMD.com.

Paxil Lawsuits

Research has identified a potential connection between SSRI antidepressants used during pregnancy and severe side effects in newborns.

Representative Matters

To learn more about Paxil birth defect lawsuits, contact our experienced dangerous drug attorneys today by filling out our Paxil contact form or by calling 1-877-318-0580. We are here to help if your family has been affected by this drug. Consultations are free.

If you have taken other SSRIs, such as Zoloft, Prozac, Celexa, Cipralex, Effexor, Luvox, or Remeron and have questions, our drug lawyers would also like to hear from you.

Additional News Sources About Paxil Birth Defects or Paxil Lawsuits

FDA.gov Paxil Safety Warning

TheStar.com (Canada) article "Glaxo Loses Paxil Lawsuit"

WebMD.com article "New Study Links Paxil to Twice as Many Birth Defects as Other Antidepressants"

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