Recent liability lawsuits are targeting the makers of name-brand Tylenol and generic acetaminophen manufacturers. These lawsuits allege that the companies failed to provide proper warnings to doctors, parents, and the public about the possible risks of using the medication while pregnant.
Do you believe that your health or your child’s health has been affected by the use of generic acetaminophen or name-brand Tylenol during pregnancy? If the child is exhibiting symptoms of ADHD or ASD, then you might have grounds to file a liability claim.
Researchers have recently discovered that there is a connection with the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and the risk of the child developing various health issues, including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), complex developmental disorder, and more. Autism is the health concern that has been studied the most.
Here is a list of the main health problems that are correlated with pregnant women using acetaminophen:
Most of these health concerns are correlated with prolonged or significant Tylenol or generic acetaminophen usage during pregnancy.
Now that strong scientific evidence has come forward showing the connection between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and health concerns for the child due to exposure in-utero, many families are pursuing legal action against the makers of these products.
These over-the-counter medications were promoted as safe for use during pregnancy. Additionally, there hasn’t been any disclaimers to pregnant mothers issued by the manufacturers of generic acetaminophen or Tylenol. Since the manufacturers failed to offer necessary warnings, it means they can be held liable for the resulting health impact on the mother and child.
Even though these health issues aren’t life-threatening, they have an undeniable impact on the child’s quality of life. Patients with these health conditions have harder time working, learning, and developing social skills.
Not only is the patient affected, but these health concerns impact the entire family – causing parents higher levels of stress and more medical bills as they care for their child. The costs can really add up over the years, especially when the child has moderate or severe symptoms to manage.
For example, children with ADHD or ASD often use prescription medications, require therapy, and need additional support and tutoring in school. Parents have a hard time keeping up with the extra costs, especially if the child’s health issues are affecting the parent’s ability to work.
These types of costs might qualify for compensation. But it’s important that you work with an experienced attorney to prove your case and establish that there was acetaminophen exposure during pregnancy and it resulted in the diagnosis of ADHD or ASD.
In most cases, these claims are being settled out of court, which is good news for victims seeking compensation for their injuries. The specific amount of compensation available varies depending on a variety of factors, including the amount of acetaminophen used during pregnancy, as well as the official diagnosis and severity of the child’s symptoms.
If you think that you have a related case, then the best thing you can do is contact an experienced attorney for assistance. At AMA Law, our team is here to help with Tylenol Autism lawsuits, as well as other medical malpractice cases and more. Call today to talk to an experienced Oklahoma attorney. You are invited to contact our team right away to learn more about the ways we can help with your case.