Elmiron Lawsuit
Retinal Damage and Vision Loss from Bladder Treatment
Elmiron (pentosan polysulfate) has been linked to serious eye damage including retinal pigmentation and vision loss. If you've suffered eye complications from Elmiron, you may have a legal claim.
What Is Elmiron?
Elmiron (pentosan polysulfate) is a medication used to treat interstitial cystitis (bladder pain syndrome). It has been prescribed to hundreds of thousands of patients since its FDA approval in 1996.
Manufactured by Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Elmiron is taken orally as a maintenance therapy for chronic bladder pain.
Eye Damage and Vision Loss
Lawsuits allege that Elmiron causes cumulative eye damage, including pigmentation changes in the retina (retinal pigmentary maculopathy) and progressive vision loss.
Many patients developed macular degeneration and scotomas (blind spots) after years of Elmiron use. Some experienced permanent vision loss.
Failure to Warn
Plaintiffs claim that Janssen Pharmaceuticals failed to adequately warn patients and healthcare providers about the serious risk of retinal damage, despite having knowledge of the risk.
The medication's labeling did not prominently disclose the vision-threatening complications until many patients had already been harmed.
Who May Qualify
Patients who took Elmiron for extended periods and developed retinal damage, pigmentation changes, vision loss, or scotomas may qualify for a claim.
Documentation from eye exams showing retinal changes is essential, along with proof of Elmiron use during the relevant period.
Legal Action
Thousands of Elmiron cases have been filed, and several settlements have been reached. We are actively pursuing claims for patients who suffered vision loss from this medication.
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Key Facts
- Treatment for interstitial cystitis (bladder pain)
- Manufactured by Janssen Pharmaceuticals
- Linked to retinal pigmentary maculopathy
- Can cause permanent vision loss and blindness
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.