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Long-term use of these medications has been linked to an increased risk of stomach cancer, yet millions of people were never warned about the dangers. Lawsuits are being filed against the manufacturers of Nexium and Prilosec for failing to disclose these risks, leaving patients at risk of serious illness.

If you or a family member developed gastric cancer after taking Nexium or Prilosec for a year or longer, you may qualify for compensation.

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Nexium, Prilosec, and the Link to Gastric Cancer

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like Nexium and Prilosec are commonly prescribed to treat acid reflux, GERD, and ulcers. While effective at reducing stomach acid, long-term use may create conditions that contribute to cancer.

Stomach Lining Changes: Suppressing acid for too long may lead to abnormal cell growth.
Bacterial Overgrowth: Reduced stomach acid can allow harmful bacteria, such as H. pylori, to thrive, increasing the risk of gastric cancer.
Hormonal Imbalance: PPIs can increase gastrin levels, which may stimulate the growth of cancerous cells.

A 2017 study published in Gut found:

More than one year of PPI use increased the risk of gastric cancer fivefold.
More than two years of PPI use increased the risk more than sixfold.
More than three years of PPI use increased the risk more than eightfold.

Despite this evidence, the manufacturers of Nexium and Prilosec failed to warn patients and doctors about the risks.

Signs of Gastric Cancer

Gastric cancer symptoms can be mistaken for common stomach issues. If you have taken Nexium or Prilosec for an extended period, be aware of the following signs:

Stomach pain that does not go away
Frequent nausea or vomiting
Unexplained weight loss or loss of appetite
Feeling full after eating small amounts
Blood in stool or black, tar-like stools
Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice)

Many people are diagnosed in later stages because they were never warned to watch for symptoms. If these risks had been disclosed, patients could have chosen alternative treatments or undergone regular screenings.

Why Are Lawsuits Being Filed?

The manufacturers of Nexium and Prilosec promoted these medications as safe for long-term use while failing to warn patients about the risk of gastric cancer. Lawsuits claim these companies:

Did not update warning labels despite mounting evidence of cancer risks.
Marketed the drugs as safe for daily use without long-term safety studies.
Failed to provide guidance on monitoring for potential health concerns.

Millions of people have used Nexium and Prilosec for years, unaware of the dangers. These lawsuits aim to hold manufacturers accountable for withholding information that could have saved lives.

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Who Can File a Lawsuit?

You may be eligible for a lawsuit if you or a loved one:

Took Nexium or Prilosec for at least one year with a prescription.
Were later diagnosed with gastric cancer.
Required medical treatment such as surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation.

If a family member passed away from gastric cancer and had been prescribed long-term Nexium or Prilosec, you may also qualify to file on their behalf.

These lawsuits are about more than financial recovery—they are about demanding accountability from pharmaceutical companies that withheld crucial information.

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How Injury Claims Can Help

At Injury Claims, we connect individuals and families with experienced attorneys who understand how pharmaceutical companies operate. These cases require legal teams with knowledge of medical research, drug liability, and patient rights.

Our legal partners have helped people across the country seek compensation for harm caused by unsafe medications. They understand what it takes to hold drug manufacturers responsible and fight for those who were never warned about the risks they faced.

If you or a loved one developed gastric cancer after taking Nexium or Prilosec for at least one year with a prescription, you deserve to know your legal options.

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Key Differences Between Mass Tort and Class Action Lawsuits

Structure:

Mass Tort: Involves multiple individual lawsuits grouped together due to common elements or defendants.
Class Action Lawsuits: A single lawsuit brought on behalf of a larger group, known as the class, with a designated representative plaintiff.

Individual Control:

Mass Tort: Each plaintiff maintains control over their case and its resolution.
Class Action Lawsuits: Class members have limited control over the lawsuit, with decisions made by the representative plaintiff and their legal team.

Compensation:

Mass Tort: Compensation and settlements are determined individually, considering the unique circumstances and harm suffered by each plaintiff.
Class Action Lawsuits: Compensation and settlements are typically distributed uniformly among all class members, often on a pro-rata basis.

Applicability:

Mass Tort: Ideal when cases involve varying degrees of harm or distinct circumstances for each plaintiff.
Class Action Lawsuits: Effective when numerous claimants have similar claims and a uniform resolution is practical.

Efficiency:

Mass Tort: May be more time-consuming and complex due to individual case management.
Class Action Lawsuits: Generally more efficient in terms of time and resources as it consolidates claims into one proceeding.

Understanding these differences is crucial for both plaintiffs and defendants when determining the most appropriate legal strategy for addressing a collective grievance or harm.