Xelijanz (generic name tofacitinib), manufactured by Pfizer, is a medication used to treat several types of arthritis, including:
The goal of the medication is to decrease pain, tenderness, and swelling in the joints. Xeljanz can also be used to treat ulcerative colitis, where it can reduce symptoms such as diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and stomach pain.
An ever-growing number of Xeljanz lawsuits have been filed against Pfizer, alleging that the drug caused serious side effect for users, such as:
The public dashboard of the FDA’s Adverse Event Reporting System has received more than 132,000 reports of serious side effects related to the taking of Xeljanz.
Users of Xeljanz who have experienced health issues due to taking it may be eligible to file a lawsuit against Pfizer. In order to do that, you would need a documented medical diagnosis in support of your claim.
It’s highly recommended that before proceeding with a claim against Pfizer, you should consult with an attorney who is highly experienced with drug and medical lawsuits, and has the staff and resources necessary to successfully represent you.
Xeljanz has not been recalled by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, but they have issued a safety alert for users of the drug, warning of an increased risk of adverse effects, including death.
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