Aredia

Each year, millions of women take drugs to prevent or slow the bone-wasting disease known as osteoporosis. Among these, one of the most widely prescribed is Aredia, a bisphosphonate drug used in combating bone loss due to osteoporosis. Unfortunately, those who take Aredia risk developing several serious side effects, including osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ), or “dead jaw.”

ONJ is a condition in which bone death and bone decay occur in the jaw. Since its introduction, thousands of cases of ONJ have been reported by Aredia users. Symptoms of ONJ include severe pain, swelling and/or infection of the gums, loose teeth, numbness of the jaw, extensive drainage, and exposed bone; debilitation, loss of ability to walk without assistance and other serious side effects of ONJ have also been reported.

In some patients, the removal of the diseased sections of the jaw has been required.
If you or a loved one has developed serious side effects after taking Aredia or similar drugs (e.g. Actonel, Fosamax, Boniva, Zometa), you may be entitled to compensation. An expert Aredia lawyer can help.

By contacting an experienced Aredia attorney, you gain the chance of participating in an Aredia lawsuit and recovering damages for your loss.