Stevens Johnson Syndrome Lawyers Network
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Stevens Johnson Syndrome Settlements / Results
Details Recent lawsuit settlements with Pfizer, maker of Bextra for SJS victim.
Recent lawsuit settlement with G.D. Searle & Pharmacia, maker of Daypro for SJS / TEN victim.
Recent lawsuit settlements with McNeil and Johnson & Johnson, maker of Children's Motrin for SJS / TEN victims.
Recent lawsuit settlement with Pfizer for SJS from Zithromax. More >>
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What is SJS and TEN? Among the most feared complications of drug therapy are the exfoliative skin disorders--erythema multiforme (EM), Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN). Both diseases, Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN), are primarily, if not solely, caused by drugs among adults, and approximately 50% are drug-related among all ages.
Erythema Multiforme / Stevens Johnson Syndrome / Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
Most experts agree that erythema multiforme, a mild blistering skin eruption, is a milder version of Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS), which can progress into Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) or TEN. The most severe skin reactions to drug therapy are Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) and TEN, which are skin diseases that result in eruptions resembling burns and are characterized by epidermal loss. Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) and TEN are often heralded by fever, sore throat, cough, and burning eyes for 1 to 3 days. The skin eruption usually begins as a rash that develops into blisters and mucous membrane involvement, including the eyes, mouth, respiratory and GI tract, genitals and anus. Almost 90% of all TEN reactions involve the mucous membrane and 85% have conjunctivitis or eye lesions.
Mortality and epidemiology (death rate/incidence rate)
Mortality rates have been reported to be between 25% and 80%. Age and extent of skin loss are the most significant predictors of mortality. One of the most frequent causes of death is sepsis or a systemic infection caused by losing the protection of your skin. Females appear to be about twice as frequently affected than males with TEN. However, the incidence rate among women taking certain NSAIDs, such as Daypro/oxaprozin is much higher. There have been reported annual incidence rates of Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) in the range of 2.6-8.2 per million reported from a study conducted in the U.S. A higher rate of Erythema Multiforme (EM) has been reported to be between 10.2- 46.5 per million from the same study. |
Current Cases Motrin / Advil -- SJS and TEN Motrin / Advil -- Kidney toxicity Motrin / Advil -- Liver toxicity | Bextra -- SJS / TEN & Stroke Remicade -- Lymphoma Celebrex -- SJS / TEN |
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Disclaimer: The information provided herein should not be used for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment for any and all medical conditions. This information does not constitute legal advice and you should seek a personal consultation from an attorney to determine your specific legal rights.
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