Viagra

Viagra, manufactured by Pfizer Inc., is a tablet-form prescription medication used to treat male impotence. Two serious side effects have been linked with Viagra: vision loss and hearing loss. Specifically, blurred sight and vision loss in Viagra users has been connected to a condition called non-arthritic ischemic optic neuropathy by University of Minnesota researchers. More recently, in October 2007 the FDA issued a warning regarding the link between Viagra and a sudden decrease or loss of hearing.

The increased risk of causing vision and hearing problems has led to Viagra being labeled as a defective drug. Often drug companies are negligent and do not fully inform doctors and patients about these dangerous side effects. Pfizer, Inc. may be required to compensate individuals who have developed vision or hearing problems due to using Viagra. If you have experienced a vision or hearing problem due to taking Viagra, you should contact Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz at (888) 255-2956 to learn more about your legal rights and the possibility of compensation.

Viagra Side Effects

The risk of vision or hearing problems in certain patients illustrates Pfizer Inc.’s negligence in protecting its consumers. It has been known for several years that Viagra can cause temporary color changes in patients’ vision, but the new risk of permanent vision loss is cause for greater concern.

The FDA’s recent warning emphasizes the suddenness of a patients reduced hearing or hearing loss due to the side effects of Viagra. In some cases, the sudden hearing loss is accompanied by tinnitus and dizziness.

Under obligation of law, Pfizer Inc. is required to fully inform doctors and patients about Viagra’s serious side effects. By not doing so, the manufacturer’s negligence has made them potentially liable for causing vision or hearing problems in patients.

The Law Offices of Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz boast some of the most experienced personal injury attorneys in the United States. Contact the attorneys of Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz today at (877) 810-4808 to learn more about your rights if you have experienced vision or hearing problems due to taking Viagra.