Oxbryta and Vaso-Occlusive Crisis: What You Need to Know

Oxbryta (voxelotor), a drug prescribed for sickle cell disease, was recently voluntarily withdrawn from the global market by Pfizer due to alarming safety concerns. While Oxbryta was originally hailed as a breakthrough in the treatment of sickle cell disease, studies have revealed that its use may actually significantly increase the risk of dangerous complications including vaso-occlusive crises (VOCs), or even death. 

Patients and families affected by these severe side effects may be eligible to file a lawsuit against Pfizer to seek compensation for their suffering.

 If you or a loved one have been affected, it’s crucial to act now.

Serious Side Effects of Oxbryta:

• Vaso-Occlusive Crises (VOCs): Oxbryta has been shown to increase the frequency of VOC which is severe pain caused by sickled red blood cells blockingblood flow and oxygen delivery to tissues, a dangerous complication of sickle cell disease where sickled red blood cells block blood flow to organs, causing extreme pain and potential long-term damage such as kidney failure and stroke​.
• Fatalities: Clinical trials and post-market reports indicated a higher death rate among patients using Oxbryta, raising serious concerns about the drug’s safety protocols. In one study involving children, there were 8 deaths in the Oxbryta group compared to only 2 in the control group​.

These conditions can require extensive medical treatments, surgeries, and long-term care, all of which may be compensated through legal action.

Case Eligibility

Am I Eligible to File a Claim? You may be eligible to file a lawsuit if you:

• • Were prescribed Oxbryta for sickle cell disease.
  • Have been diagnosed with VOCs 
  • Have experienced medical expenses, lost wages, or ongoing health complications related to the VOCs
  • Or if Oxbryta has caused death in the family

Napoli Shkolnik will review your case at no cost to ensure that you meet the legal requirements for filing a claim.

Why File a Claim Now?

• • Time-Sensitive: Legal deadlines may apply, so it’s important to act quickly.
  • Compensation: Secure financial compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
  • Justice: Hold Pfizer accountable for failing to warn about the risks.