Nationwide Baycol Lawsuit

Baycol (cerivastatin) has been linked to over 100 deaths since its removal from the United States market in 2001. More specifically, Baycol can cause Rhabdomyolysis, which is a condition that may lead to kidney failure and/or death.

If you or a loved one have suffered a serious side effect after taking Baycol, you should contact an Injury Help Network attorney immediately. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries by filing a Baycol lawsuit.

Our group of trial lawyers are handling Rhabdomyolysis, kidney damage/failure and death lawsuits in all 50 states. Please use the form at the bottom of this page to contact a Baycol law firm for a Free Confidential Case Evaluation.

Overview of the Problem

In August 2001, the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced the withdrawal of Baycol from the US market. At the time, the FDA reported that they had received 31 reports of Baycol induced Rhabdomyolysis.

Since the original Baycol market withdrawal, there have been over 100 rhabdomyolysis related deaths and another 385 nonfatal cases of rhabdomyolysis.

The Journal of the American Medical Association published a study in 2004 showing that the risk of developing Rhabdomyolysis from the use of Baycol combined with gemfibrozil was 10 times higher than for other statins. The study also showed that approximately 1 in 10 patients would develop rhabdomyolysis.

What is Rhabdomyolysis?

Rhabdomyolysis is the breakdown of muscle fibers resulting in the release of muscle fiber contents (myoglobin) into the bloodstream. Some of these are harmful to the kidney and frequently result in kidney damage.

Rhabdomyolysis is characterized by the following signs and symptoms:

Severe muscle aching throughout the entire body
Muscle weakness
Dark or cola-colored urine

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