Belviq, also known by its generic name – lorcaserin, is a weight-loss drug, which was approved in 2012 by the FDA in the US. Belviq works by increasing the feeling of fullness, triggering the brain to control appetite. The drug was prescribed to a lot of overweight and obese people, along with standard diet plans and exercise. Belviq has been linked to serious side effects including cancer, and the FDA had to recall the drug because of risks related to cancer. If you were prescribed the drug and have developed cancer, you may have the scope to ask for compensation by filing a Belviq lawsuit. Here are some basic aspects worth knowing. 

Facts at a glance

Belviq (lorcaserin) was recalled by the FDA as of February 2020. There is a considerable amount of evidence that link the drug to cancer. For the uninitiated, Belviq (lorcaserin) was available in two forms – Belviq 10 mg and Belvin XR. The latter is an extended-release form of the drug, usually prescribed once daily. The drug has been linked to pancreatic cancer, colorectal cancer, lung cancer, breast cancer and brain cancer. 

Filing Belviq cancer lawsuit

Patients, who were taking Belviq or Belviq XR on prescription and developed cancer, can consider filing a lawsuit. Whether or not you have a valid case depends on many factors, including your health, during which Belviq was consumed, and eventual impact of the drug. Lawyers around the US are now accepting Belviq lawsuits, which are individual lawsuits that will join an MDL. The judge will hear a few bellwether cases, and the judgment will set the tone for negotiations in other cases. So far, Belviq lawsuits are in early stages and no settlement or verdict is out yet. 

Contact a lawyer

Consult a personal injury lawyer to understand if you have a valid Belviq lawsuit. There is usually a statute of limitations in every state for filing such lawsuits, from the time you are diagnosed with cancer. In other words, you have to act quick. Most personal injury lawyers will be happy to assist you with your lawsuit, or at the least, you can expect a free case evaluation. They can also guide you on what and how much you can get in compensation, so you can take a call on whether you want to pursue the matter. 

The good news is many personal injury lawyers are taking these lawsuits on a contingency basis.