According to reports by Action Online and other sources, if you used the generic version of the Duragesic Pain Patch, you could still be at risk. Voluntarily recalled because of a design flaw allowing leaking of the medication fentanyl, patients currently wearing patches with an expiration date before 2009 should call their doctors immediately to learn about safe removal and disposal options.

Generic medications help millions of people afford health care every year. However, the general version of the Duragesic Pain Patch, produced by Sandoz, is actually quite dangerous. Like the brand name version, these patches allowed fentanyl to leak from one of the seams. The problem with that is unregulated amounts of fentanyl can cause respiratory problems leading to a coma. In some cases, this can even cause death if left untreated.

Have you been affected by a pain patch containing fentanyl? If so - generic or brand name - the companies producing this medical patch are at fault for your medical problems. By contacting a lawyer, you can learn more about your legal rights. Fighting for justice and the compensation you deserve is easy with a law firm like Anapol Schwartz on your side.