Many people begin taking Suboxone to try and battle their opioid use disorder, only to find themselves struggling with new health problems from using the medication.
People who suffer from health complications as a result of Suboxone are commonly unsure of what they can do to seek justice for their health issues and lifestyle changes. They are often uncertain of how they can file a Suboxone lawsuit for their damages and who they can turn to for help during this complicated and distressing time.
Working with a trusted and knowledgeable product liability lawyer will help you manage this challenging situation after suffering a health issue because of Suboxone. A dedicated lawyer will help you protect your rights during this difficult and complex time while allowing you to seek justice and fair compensation for your distressing condition.
Our attorneys at LitigationConnect, LLC understand how complicated and overwhelming it is to have undisclosed health complications from taking Suboxone. Call us today at (833) 552-7274 or contact us online to schedule your free case evaluation with a dedicated member of our team.
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What Is Suboxone?
Suboxone, the brand name for buprenorphine, is an opioid partial agonist that is used to treat opioid use disorder (OUD). Suboxone also contains naloxone, a non-selective opioid antagonist.
Medical professionals prescribe or dispense Suboxone to patients who struggle with a form of opioid addiction.
Suboxone helps to relieve symptoms of opioid withdrawal and cravings by targeting specific parts of the brain that are affected by opioid use, making the use of opioids less appealing and pleasurable for the patient.
What Are the Reported Undisclosed Health Complications Caused by Suboxone?
While Suboxone is effectively used to assist people with their opioid use disorder, recent reports confirm undisclosed health complications arising from the use of this medication.
Dental Issues
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced reports of dental issues arising in patients who use Suboxone and other buprenorphine medications.
Suboxone is administered in a film dose that dissolves under a person's tongue for approximately 5 to fifteen minutes.
The FDA disclosed that confirmed dental issues in Suboxone patients include
- Tooth decay
- Cavities
- Oral infections
- Loss of teeth
The FDA further comments that these dental complications were reported in patients with no history of dental issues and can result in serious dental problems.
A recent study by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) found a confirmed increase in dental issues associated with the use of sublingual buprenorphine/naloxone, which is administered by being placed under the tongue.
The study noted that the prolonged acidic exposure of the drug in the patient’s mouth could be the leading factor causing confirmed oral damage.
Treatment Options
People who suffer from adverse dental complications after taking Suboxone need to undergo dental treatment and frequently need to adjust their dietary habits.
Common treatments and lifestyle changes for people managing dental issues from taking Suboxone include
- Reducing intake of sugar and acidic foods and beverages
- Regular dental checkups to monitor the progression of dental problems and decay
- Cavity fillings
- Oral crowns or caps placed on teeth to repair damage and prevent additional decay
- Root canals for cases of severe decay
- Extractions of severely decayed or damaged teeth, potentially followed by artificial tooth implants
- Planing or grafting to treat any gum diseases
If you or your loved one suffers from dental issues after taking Suboxone, contact our dedicated team at LitigationConnect, LLC today to schedule your free case evaluation. Let us give you the care and justice you deserve for your pain and suffering.
Can I Receive Compensation If Suboxone Caused My Dental Issues?
Suffering from dental issues after taking Suboxone leaves most people feeling frustrated and distressed. They are often left struggling through the painful and uncomfortable symptoms associated with these traumatizing dental complications.
You can recover compensation for your damages if you or your loved one battle dental issues from taking Suboxone, including
- Physical pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Dental bills and expenses, both present and future
- Loss of wages, both present and future
- Loss of quality of life
- Punitive damages
Our compassionate and unyielding attorneys at LitigationConnect, LLC will help you and your loved ones navigate the stressful and complicated aftermath of your dental complications after taking Suboxone.
Contact us today and schedule your free case evaluation with our team. Let us help you recover the compensation for your damages that you deserve.
Why Choose a Product Liability Lawyer
Having dental issues after taking Suboxone leaves most people feeling distressed, frustrated, and overwhelmed. Many people are often unsure of what to do next and who to turn to for help while they try to manage their painful and uncomfortable symptoms.
Working with a trusted and knowledgeable attorney during this challenging time will help protect your rights while maximizing your opportunity to recover total compensation for all of your damages.
A dedicated and reliable product liability lawyer will fight relentlessly for your case. They will manage the complexities of your lawsuit so that you and your loved ones can better focus on your health and getting your life back on track.
Your lawyer will listen to you closely in order to thoroughly understand your painful and challenging situation. They will investigate all aspects of your case and gather all the necessary evidence. Your dedicated legal team will passionately advocate on your behalf to help make sure your voice is heard and your sufferings are made known. They will work tirelessly to make sure that the parties liable for your dental issues are held responsible.
Call our attorneys at (833) 552-7274 or contact us online today to get the justice and care you deserve during this stressful and complicated time.
What Do I Do If I Developed Dental Issues After Taking Suboxone?
Managing the pains and discomforts of dental issues caused by taking Suboxone leaves most people feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and angry.
It is vital to take the proper steps after discovering that Suboxone caused your dental issues to safeguard your health, protect your rights, and maximize your chances of recovering compensation for your damages.
Seek Dental Care
Seek professional dental care immediately after you begin experiencing symptoms of dental complications. Tell your dental team when you started taking Suboxone and what dosage you are taking.
Follow all dental treatment plans provided to you by your trusted team, and request copies of all notes and images from your appointments.
Keep Detailed Documentation
Keep a detailed file of documentation for as many items as possible associated with your dental issues and Suboxone prescription, including
- The prescription for Suboxone that you received
- Photos and videos of the symptoms and side effects caused by the medication
- A journal detailing all the adverse effects you have experienced since taking Suboxone, including any emotional suffering you have also endured as a result
- Dentist’s notes and treatment plans
- Copies of any X-rays, computed tomography (CT) scans, or any other forms of dental imaging taken
- Details of your dental history prior to taking Suboxone
- Dental bills and any other associated expenses
Contact an Attorney
Contact an attorney as soon as possible after discovering that Suboxone could be the cause of your dental complications.
Working with a dedicated and well-respected product liability lawyer will help you protect your rights and recover maximum compensation for all damages incurred from your dental complications caused by Suboxone.
Contact our team at LitigationConnect, LLC today to schedule your free consultation with one of our trusted attorneys.
How to File a Suboxone Lawsuit
Suffering from severe dental complications from taking Suboxone leaves most people feeling immensely distraught and frustrated.
They are often unsure of what they can do to seek justice for their pain and suffering and do not know who they can turn to for help.
Finding the help of a compassionate and dedicated product liability lawyer will help ease the stress of your pursuit of justice, allowing you and your loved ones to focus better on getting your health and your life back on track.
It is essential to contact an attorney as soon as possible after discovering your dental complications from taking Suboxone to make sure you file your lawsuit within your state’s statute of limitations.
Your dedicated legal team will work relentlessly on your behalf to help you attain justice for your wrongful damages through a series of diligent steps.
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Gathering Evidence
Your trustworthy attorney will gather evidence to help strengthen your case.
In order to help your legal team, it is crucial to gather documentation for as many items as possible associated with your dental issues caused by Suboxone, including
- The prescription for Suboxone that you received
- Photos and videos of the symptoms and side effects caused by the medication
- A journal detailing all the adverse effects you have experienced since taking Suboxone, including any emotional suffering you have also endured as a result
- Dentist’s notes and treatment plans
- Copies of any X-rays, computed tomography (CT) scans, or any other forms of dental imaging taken
- Details of your dental history prior to taking Suboxone
- Dental bills and any other associated expenses
Proving Fault
Pharmaceutical companies often try to deny any fault associated with the undisclosed adverse side effects that their medicines cause.
Your assertive attorney will prove that the fault of your dental issues lies with the medication you took by providing thorough evidence, including the documentation you provided, published medical case reports, and testimony or witness statements from knowledgeable professionals on the matter.
Managing the Lawsuit
Your professional legal team will manage the lawsuit on your behalf throughout its entirety, including filing the lawsuit, handling all correspondence with third parties, and negotiating a settlement offer.
They will keep you updated throughout the entire process and answer all questions and concerns you have regarding your case.
Your lawyers will fight on your behalf to make sure you recover compensation for all of your damages associated with your dental issues caused by Suboxone, including physical pain and suffering, emotional distress, dental bills and expenses, loss of wages and future earnings, loss of quality of life, and punitive damages.
Contact our team at LitigationConnect, LLC today to schedule your free consultation with one of our trusted attorneys.
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What Is the Deadline to File a Suboxone Lawsuit?
Contact an attorney as soon as possible after suffering dental complications from taking Suboxone to make sure you comply with your state’s statute of limitations.
A statute of limitations is a legal time limit set for filing a lawsuit after an incident occurs. If this timeframe lapses, you may lose the right to pursue compensation or advocate for your rights in court. These time limits differ by state and vary by the type of claim.
The statute of limitations for product liability cases, such as those involving a medication such as Suboxone, typically ranges from one to six years, depending on the state.
Typical statutes of limitations are
- Personal injury claims - If you experienced physical harm, such as dental issues, due to the use of a Suboxone, many states allow you one to three years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit.
- Product liability claim - If your claim is based on the product being defective or unsafe, the timeline might extend up to six years from the date of the purchase in some states.
- Fraud or misrepresentation - If the claim involves fraud, such as false advertising about the safety of the product, some states allow for filing within two to six years from the time you discover the fraud.
Every state has specific statutes of limitations and potential exceptions, including if a minor was involved or accounting for when the issue was discovered versus when it happened.
Having the help of a knowledgeable and assertive product liability lawyer will help make sure you file your claim within your state's statute of limitations and meet any applicable deadlines for your Suboxone lawsuit.
What Is a Product Liability Claim?
When a defective or malfunctioning product causes a person to endure harm, suffering, or pain, that person can pursue a product liability claim to seek justice for their damages.
Product liability defects fall into three main categories:
- Manufacturing defects occur when a product is improperly manufactured, and the final product differs from the end design. Typical examples are unstable furniture, faulty wiring, or defective airbags in a car.
- Design defects occur when a mistake or error is made during the product's design phase. Common instances of design defects include dangerous mixes of prescription drug ingredients and choking hazards in toys made for children or infants.
- Marketing defects, or insufficient label or warning defects, occur when a business does not adequately warn its customers of the potential hazards of using its product. Common examples of marketing defects include a company not disclosing the possible side effects of a medicine or not providing a warning label for an item that becomes hot.
Contact our trusted team at LitigationConnect, LLC today if you or your loved one suffered from dental issues after taking Suboxone. Let us get you the justice and care you deserve for your painful and challenging situation.
Work With a Knowledgeable Product Liability Lawyer
Navigating the stressful aftermath of having severe dental complications after taking Suboxone is often a painful, frustrating, and overwhelming experience for most people and their loved ones.
They are often unsure of how to seek justice for their pain and suffering or who to turn to for help.
Working with a knowledgeable product liability lawyer will help you and your loved ones ease the stress of the claim process while protecting your rights and maximizing your chances of recovering compensation for your damages.
Call our team at LitigationConnect, LLC today at (833) 552-7274 or contact us online to schedule your free initial evaluation with one of our trusted team members. Let us help you get the care and justice you deserve.