Oklahoma City Invokana Lawyers

You May Be Entitled to Compensation

Invokana® (canagliflozin) is a subtype 2 sodium-glucose transport inhibitor marketed by Janssen, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson. Invokana works to lower the body’s blood sugar levels by stopping the kidneys from reabsorbing blood glucose. Instead of the blood glucose staying in the body, it is removed with the body’s urine.

Invokana & Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is a condition that affects the body’s ability to break down sugar (glucose) as an energy source. If you or a loved one used the type 2 diabetes medication Invokana, you might be eligible for financial compensation. Some Invokana users have required amputation of the leg, foot, or toe after using the drug. Others have developed diabetic ketoacidosis or suffered other side effects such as severe kidney infection, heart attack, or stroke after taking Invokana. Invokana is an SGLT2 inhibitor, which is a type of medication that works by lowering blood glucose levels. It does this by encouraging higher amounts of sugar to be released through urine. Though the medication does help control blood sugar levels, it triggers a number of other side effects, many of which are severe.

Some Invokana users experienced cardiovascular issues including heart attacks and strokes, as well as diabetic ketoacidosis and kidney health issues. Final results from two clinical studies, CANVAS and CANVAS-R, have shown that the use of Invokana may double the risk for limb amputation. The studies have prompted the FDA to release a black box warning about the risk. For some, the use of Invokana triggered side effects so severe they needed hospitalization, and others suffered permanent disability. In response to these devastating medical emergencies, many Invokana users have opted to take legal action against the makers of the drug. Both Janssen Pharmaceuticals and its parent company, Johnson & Johnson, allegedly failed to warn consumers and doctors about the risks linked to their drug.

Side Effects of Invokana and Its Dangers

All drugs have side effects, and Invokana is no different. However, many patients who took Invokana suffered many side effects that they did not anticipate because Janssen allegedly did not warn users adequately of these side effects.

Invokana side effects include:

• Kidney injury and kidney failure
• Urinary tract infection
• Cardiovascular problems, including heart attack and stroke
• Diabetic ketoacidosis
• Amputation of the leg, foot, or toe

Do You Have Questions About Injuries Related to Invokana?

If you or a loved one have been affected by any of the above side effects due to Invokana use, we encourage you to consult with our team as soon as possible. With our extensive knowledge and expertise, you can rest assured that you will have legal representation you can trust. All initial consultations are free, and we don’t charge any up-front fees for representation. We handle all fees on a contingency basis, meaning that unless we’re successful, you don’t have to pay us.

Please contact Fulmer Sill at (405) 433-7414 for a free consultation. Hablamos español.