Meridia
Meridia was a popular diet drug manufactured by Abbott Laboratories and was prescribed for the treatment of obesity and for weight management between 1997 and 2010. In 2010, the FDA requested Meridia be voluntarily removed from the market citing a health study that linked Meridia with cardiovascular health problems. The FDA has recommended that anyone taking Meridia immediately stop, and consult with their health care provider for treatment alternatives. If you have developed a cardiovascular health problem after taking Meridia, consult with an experienced Meridia attorney who can determine whether you have a case, and answer any questions you may have.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Did Meridia have other names?
Yes, Meridia also went by the names Sibutramine, Reductil, and Sibutrex. If you took any of these medications and have experienced cardiovascular health problems, you may have a claim for money … more -
What Is Meridia?
Meridia was a popular medication prescribed between 1997 and 2010 to treat obesity and weight maintenance. The drug was manufactured and marketed by a company called Abbott Laboratories, who … more -
Who was prescribed Meridia?
Between 1997 and 2010, doctors in the U.S. prescribed Meridia to treat obesity, and for the maintenance of healthy weight. It was a popular diet drug that countless individuals took for … more
Legal Articles
- Dangerous Drugs and Product Liability Law
It is difficult for a consumer to adequately assess the safety of a drug before taking it based on limited knowledge. Instead we rely on others such as drug manufacturers, distributors, doctors and pharmacists to help us make the right decision regarding pharmaceutical drugs. While many drugs do what they are intended to do and help relieve our pain or improve our health, some drugs … more - Defective Drug Warning Labels and Off-Label Use
When doctors prescribe drugs they usually take great care to explain the potential side effects you may experience. These warnings are repeated by a pharmacist when you pick up your drugs, and persist on the lengthy warnings labels included with every prescription. These warning labels have been approved by the FDA, often after years of rigorous trials and testing. Drug companies can spend … more
