Darvocet Information

Darvocet or Darvon (propoxyphene) is a prescription pain medication used to relieve mild to moderate pain. The medication comes as a tablet, capsule, or liquid and is taken by mouth. Patients taking Darvocet should use it exactly as directed and should be warned that Darvocet can be habit-forming.

Darvocet in high doses (taken by itself or in combination with other drugs such as alcohol, tranquilizers, sleep aids, antidepressants, or antihistamines) has been associated with drug-related deaths.

Public Citizen petitioned the FDA to immediately begin phasing out Darvocet products from the market because they claim that the drug has been associated with more than 2,000 accidental deaths, is physically addictive, and is no more effective than safer alternatives.

Come side effects of Darvocet include dizziness, vomiting, constipation, stomach pain, skin rash, and headaches. More serious side effects of Darvocet include suicidal overdose, severe respiratory depression, addiction, addiction-related withdrawal symptoms, and risk of death when taken in large doses or in combination with other prescription drugs or alcohol.

If you or a loved one has experienced any dangerous symptoms while taking Darvocet, contact our service today. We can help you get in touch with experienced attorneys to discuss your options and to protect your right to a legal remedy for any injuries caused by using Darvocet.