It is important to note that Suboxone is an addictive drug used to treat opioid addiction. It is legal in the United States, and as a result of its medical value, it is considered to be of moderate risk. Despite the fact that this drug is legal in America, only doctors who are certified by the Department of Health and Human Services can prescribe it. This indicates that Suboxone is a substance to be consumed with serious caution.
Indivior had announced its intention to discontinue Suboxone as a result of its continuous side effects and introduce a safer and less addictive version of the substance, which is the oral film version of Suboxone. Now, this “safer and less addictive” has resulted in severe dental problems.
People who claim to have suffered the side effects of suboxone are advised to file a suboxone tooth decay lawsuit to ensure that they are adequately compensated and bring the manufacturers to justice.
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Reasons For The Rise In Suboxone Dental Lawsuit
There are several factors that have resulted in the rise of suboxone lawsuits in recent times:
- Increased knowledge of the effects of suboxone on the dental health of users
- Increase in the popularity of suboxone for the treatment of opioid addiction
- Increase in the number of people who experienced tooth decay after using suboxone
What Is The Eligibility Criteria For Filing A Suboxone Lawsuit?
As stated earlier, Suboxone is a chemical substance that causes numerous side effects, one of which is the effect on the dental health of users. But it is important to note that not all persons are eligible to file a Suboxone lawsuit, only persons that fall within the following eligibility criteria are entitled to file a Suboxone lawsuit:
Persons Who Used Suboxone Before 2022
Before 2022, there was no warning on the label. Therefore, all persons affected by the substance before then are entitled to file a suboxone lawsuit against the manufacturing company. Now, after 2022, when Indivior included the side effects of suboxone in the medication label, all those affected by the drug are deemed to have prior knowledge of the side effects before using; therefore, they will not be eligible to file a lawsuit. The new label not only warns users of the side effects but also states the importance of oral hygiene and dental treatment.
Significant Dental Injury
It is not enough to prove that the dental injury was caused by the use of Suboxone. The plaintiff must also prove that the injury is serious and dangerous enough to warrant a lawsuit. Therefore, a mere toothache or gum ache will not suffice as the reason for initiating a lawsuit.
Remember, initiating a Suboxone lawsuit requires a lot of work, time, and dedication. Therefore, only those who are willing to see it through to the end are entitled to file a Suboxone lawsuit.
Person Qualified To File A Suboxone Lawsuit
There are some people who explicitly qualify to file this lawsuit, and they are:
- People whose doctors prescribed suboxone
- People who used suboxone or any other variation of the substance before 2022
- A person who had a prior dental condition before the use of suboxone and can prove the same with evidence (such as a doctor’s report)
- Persons suffering from cavities, tooth loss, tooth decay, tongue injuries, gum injuries, and other dental issues after taking suboxone
Conclusion
The side effects of suboxone can be extremely dangerous to one’s dental health and may subsequently result in extremely expensive medical expenses. Therefore, if you are an eligible and qualified injured party, the best way to get adequate compensation is by employing the assistance of an experienced attorney.
