Personal Injury Claim for Drugs to Treat Insomnia

You may be entitled to file a personal injury claim if you have taken a drug that was prescribed to treat a certain condition, but caused another condition to occur.

One such dangerous drug that has been under scrutiny is Ambien. If you have experienced severe side effects of Ambien and have sustained injuries as a result, you may benefit from consulting with a dangerous product lawyer. A dangerous product lawyer will evaluate your case to determine if you should proceed with filing a personal injury claim.

What is Ambien?

Ambien is a medication that works as a sedative, otherwise known as a hypnotic. It makes the person's central nervous system slow down in order to treat insomnia, which is a condition that people have when they cannot sleep.

Ambien alters the unbalanced chemicals in the brain to create a feeling of relaxation. It is designed for short-term use and although it is mainly prescribed to treat insomnia, it may be used for other purposes listed in the medication guide.

Ambien was given FDA approval in 1999 and is manufactured by Sanofi-Aventis.

How is Ambien considered to be a dangerous drug?

This drug has been associated with a number of serious side effects. While side effects of Ambien may vary, this drug is also considered dangerous because of the differing effects on individuals.

Ambien has been known to cause short-term memory loss or amnesia. This memory loss has been found to occur from the time an individual takes Ambien until the effects of the medication subside. Some individuals have reported an inability to remember what happened.

While there is a warning that those who are taking Ambien should only do so when they are able to get a full night's sleep, between 7 to 8 hours, it can still become a dangerous drug if someone were to take it while on medication.

People who are older are could be injured more easily by Ambien, especially if they wake up while on it. Dizziness, clumsiness, unsteadiness, drowsiness are some effects that people on Ambien can experience.

There have even been reports of individuals engaging in activities that could be life-threatening while under the effects of Ambien, including driving. Some reports have indicated individuals talking on the telephone or eating; however, they have no memory of these events afterward.

What are the side effects associated with taking Ambien?

There are other side effects besides short-term memory loss, such as:


impaired reactions/judgment;depression; thoughts of self injury;drowsiness the next morning; aggression;anxiety;confusion; and hallucinations.

There are much more potential side effects than the ones listed here. Additionally, Ambien could cause adverse reactions if an individual suffers from other medical problems, such as kidney or liver disease. This is compounded by the fact that Ambien can be addictive.

Taking Ambien could also cause complications if you are taking other medications, such as antidepressants. Because of all of the potential injuries that could occur from taking Ambien, the drug is considered dangerous and could lead to a personal injury claim.

Proving that a dangerous drug has led to injuries can be difficult. With the help of a knowledgeable dangerous product lawyer, you will get the experience of someone who understands this area of law.

A dangerous product lawyer knows the type of evidence that is necessary to help build a solid case. An attorney will collect all documentation related to your injuries including medical reports, doctor notations and anything else that can build a substantial personal injury claim.

If your injuries are a result of Ambien side effects, you should protect your legal rights by seeking the counsel of a dangerous product lawyer.


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Shelly Leeke is a personal injury and worker's compensation attorney in Charleston, South Carolina. She offers free reports and books for accident victims and their families. Visit her website to find out more tips on your personal injury case and to order the South Carolina Accident Book.