Pennsylvania Mylan Generic AED Lawsuits

Epilepsy

Epilepsy is a disorder of the central nervous system that is characterized by convulsions and seizures, and is caused by electrical signals in the brain transmitting at speeds much greater than they safely can. Essentially, these electrical signals short out a portion of our brain, which may result in a loss of consciousness, uncontrollable seizures, or both (depending on what portion or portions of the brain are affected). Therefore, an epileptic seizure represents an uncontrollable change in body sensation that often has a detrimental outcome.

Some of the more common indicators of possible epilepsy include not only seizures and loss of consciousness, but also:

• brief periods of confusion and inexplicable unresponsiveness
• involuntary body movement, typically of the legs and arms
• regular spells of fainting that are followed by excessive muscle fatigue, or impaired/distorted senses

While epileptic seizures can be difficult to go through, there are medications that can be prescribed by physicians that will greatly inhibit episodes of seizures. One such medication, Keppra, has been known to aid epileptics in inhibiting the onset of seizures, and very successfuly, but there are generic versions of Keppra, such as Mylan, that many claim to cause significantly more side effects and offer little relief from seizures.

Anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs) can help inhibit the influx of electrical signals that cause epileptic seizures. However, while these aids can be effective in helping curb the number of seizures one suffers from, they can also sometimes have the exact opposite effect. That is, in some cases, switching from a name brand medication like Keppra to a supposedly equivalent generic AED drug, the frequency and severity of seizures can actually increase, posing an even more significant risk to the wellbeing of the individual using the medication.

Contact Mylan Keppra Injury Attorneys

For those who suffer from epilepsy, relief from seizure suffering can seem nearly unattainable. However, medication may help alleviate most seizures. If you're taking Keppra or any other AED to help control seizures caused by your epilepsy, and relief is not being delivered as it is supposed to be, don't hesitate to contact the Philadelphia Mylan Keppra liability attorneys at Anapol Schwartz. Pharmaceutical companies and physicians have an obligation to provide consumers with effective means of treatment for their ailments, and any deviation away from such obligation should be deemed negligent behavior. For more information and a free consultation of your potential Keppra case, please call (866) 735-2792.

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