Viagra melanoma lawsuits have alleged that Pfizer was aware, or reasonably should have been aware, of the risk of Viagra melanoma.
Drug makers like Pfizer have a legal obligation not only to thoroughly test their products for safety and efficacy, but also to perform “postmarket surveillance.” Postmarket surveillance is the act of reviewing reports of complications and signs that a drug like Viagra is having unforeseen consequences.
Even the best clinical trials have several thousand test subjects. While this sounds like a large number, it is possible the number does not adequately represent the population of people that ultimately use a drug. Once a drug hits the market, new side effects may become more obvious than originally suspected. Viagra melanoma lawsuits may seek to recoup the cost of medical care related to Viagra melanoma, lost wages, lost income potential, and legal fees.
In general, Viagra melanoma lawsuits are filed individually by each plaintiff and are not class actions.
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