Just recently, a resident from Queens, New York has reacted to the rising issue concerning the Darvon recall. 31-year-old Kristine Esposito filed a lawsuit against Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals, the maker of Darvon and Darvocet under the generic name of propoxyphene. This drug is an analgesic, and at the same time, a narcotic as well. There is an inverse relationship in its being an analgesic and in its being a narcotic. While its painkilling abilities are rather weak, its narcotic properties are quite strong. This implies that the drug is not at all effective in relieving pain, but has the strong potential to drive the patient into tolerance and addiction, especially if there is a significant history.

So how can the lawyers handle the case against Darvon? After the Food and Drug Administration ordered the recall of propoxyphene, studies were conducted to establish the efficiency of Darvon. It was later found out that the drug can indeed cause significant changes in the heart’s normal sinus rhythm. Continuous disruption will lead to heart complications, which are oftentimes irreversible. This is similar to the case of Esposito, who is under lifetime medications because of a near-fatal blow to her heart after taking Darvon. This concept on general causation can be used by the lawyers in the case against Darvon.

However, they might have a bit of a difficulty in relating the Darvon case with the concept of ‘specific causation’. While studies showed that Darvon can cause cardiac electrical fluctuations, there might be other factors to consider. Given that a patient has previous heart problems, it may be a possibility that the problem itself caused the complications. Xanodyne will surely point this out in court as an effective defense against the plaintiffs.

Still, if you have experienced any unusual symptoms during or after taking Darvon, you should see your doctor immediately. In the event of drug-induced cardiac complications, you might have a case. Just make a mental note to stay up-to-date with the latest news regarding the Darvon recall.