TDF Drug Health Risks

Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF), a key ingredient of Truvada and other HIV treatment medications, has been linked to a variety of minor side effects as well as more serious, potentially life-threatening health issues that can affect:

• Bone density and strength
• Kidney function

While the link to these health conditions isn’t fully understood at this time, some studies suggest that TDF’s effect on bone density may be related to its impact on renal or kidney function.

TDF Truvada Lawsuit Update 2023

Since May 2018, numerous TDF drug users have filed Truvada lawsuits over the injuries they experienced.

Many of these Truvada cases are pending in court — but you still have time to get involved and take action over your injuries.

If you experienced bone or kidney issues after taking a TDF drug, reach out to a Truvada attorney with Sokolove Law to learn whether you may have a case.

Truvada Lawsuit Claims

Truvada class action lawsuits allege that Gilead:

• Knew before going to market that TDF could be unreasonably and unnecessarily toxic to a patient’s kidneys and bones
• Withheld the safer drug alternative of tenofovir alafenamide (TAF) or Descovy^® for more than a decade to make more money off of their TDF drugs, even as patients began reporting severe side effects
• Failed to adequately warn physicians and consumers about the safe use of TDF drugs, including the need to monitor patients for these side effects

What Is Truvada?

For the more than 1 million Americans living with HIV, drugs like Truvada once seemed like a breakthrough solution: an HIV antiretroviral drug that could both treat and prevent the life-threatening infection.

Manufactured, marketed, and sold by leading drug maker Gilead Sciences, Inc., Truvada is a once-daily, oral prescription medicine for adults that combines two types of HIV drugs: tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF) and emtricitabine (FTC).

The combination of TDF and FTC in Truvada is designed to:

• Treat HIV by blocking an enzyme that stops the infection from multiplying
• Reduce the risk of contracting HIV as part of “pre-exposure prophylaxis” (or PrEP), a relatively new tool for HIV prevention

Truvada was first approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as an HIV treatment in 2004. Gilead later sought FDA approval for PrEP use, which it secured in 2012.

Which Gilead HIV Drugs Contain TDF?

Truvada is one of five Gilead HIV drugs that contain tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF).

Other Gilead HIV drugs that utilize TDF include: 

• Atripla^®
• Complera^®
• Stribild^®
• Viread^®

However, TDF may put those who take Truvada and other HIV drugs at risk of developing issues affecting their bone strength or kidney function.

Who Can File a Truvada Side Effects Lawsuit?

You may be eligible to file a Truvada side effects lawsuit if you or your loved one:

• Took one of these Gilead HIV drugs: Truvada, Atripla, Complera, Stribild, or Viread
• Experienced bone problems or kidney damage as a result

Not sure if you qualify? See if you may have a potential Truvada case today by calling (800) 995-1212 or filling out our contact form.

Truvada Side Effects

TDF-based HIV drugs like Truvada can potentially cause a range of serious side effects and health issues, including:

• Acute kidney injury (AKI)
• Bone fractures
• Bone mineral density loss
• Chronic kidney disease (CKD)
• End-stage renal disease (ESRD)
• Fanconi syndrome, which can cause kidney damage and bone loss
• Kidney or renal failure
• Osteoporosis, which can increase the user’s risk of suffering broken bones
• Renal insufficiency/impairment
• Tooth loss

How to File a Truvada Lawsuit

Filing a Truvada lawsuit may seem like a lot, especially when you’re grappling with the side effects of a medication you thought would keep you safe. But the legal process doesn’t have to be a stressful experience.

When you work with a skilled team of HIV drug lawyers, you just may be surprised by how little you actually have to do.

In general, your Truvada lawsuit lawyers and legal team will:

• Determine if you have a case during a free legal consultation
• Gather all of the evidence needed to build a strong case
• File the Gilead TDF lawsuit on your behalf
• Negotiate a Truvada settlement with the defendant(s) if possible
• Go to court if your Truvada case doesn’t settle

Truvada Lawsuit Settlement Amounts & Verdicts

Generally speaking, a Truvada lawsuit could be resolved in one of two ways if successful:

• Truvada Settlements: In general, a Truvada lawsuit settlement could be reached if the defendant and plaintiff agree on terms to resolve the legal claim.
• Truvada Jury Verdict: If a Truvada settlement isn’t reached, a potential case may continue to court, where a judge and jury will hear the case and decide the outcome in a verdict.

Sokolove Law strives to make the legal process as accessible and stress-free as possible — at no upfront cost to our clients. We’ve helped thousands of families in all 50 states over the past 40 years.

What to Look for in Truvada Lawyers

Filing an HIV medicine lawsuit can be a difficult process without the support of an experienced legal team — but not all Truvada lawyers can offer you the same advantages. That's why it's so important to work with a law firm that has the resources to have your back.

Here’s what you should look for when choosing a Truvada lawyer:

• Free Case Evaluations: Sokolove Law offers free, no-obligation legal consultations, so you can see if you may be able to take legal action, absolutely free of charge.
• Decades of Experience: We're not new on the scene. We've been committed to serving our clients for more than 40 years.
• Nationwide Legal Representation: We have represented clients in all 50 states and have offices in nearly every state.
• A History of Success: Many law firms file a successful lawsuit from time to time, but you want to work with someone who has been successful for a while now. We’ve successfully recovered over $1.5 Billion for our clients affected by dangerous drugs and medical devices.
• No Upfront Fees: Our Truvada lawyers work on a contingency basis, meaning we’ll only get paid if you do.

If you’ve experienced serious side effects after using HIV drugs like Truvada, our team may be able to help you file a Truvada side effects lawsuit.

Get Help Filing a Truvada Lawsuit

According to Truvada lawsuits, Gilead was allegedly reluctant to hurt sales by admitting its TDF-based products were unreasonably and unnecessarily dangerous. By withholding that fact, as well as a safer alternative drug, Gilead could stand to make billions.

Pharmaceutical companies should never be allowed to exploit American people — especially those suffering from a life-threatening infection. That’s why Truvada attorneys with Sokolove Law stand firm with HIV patients to recoup the money and quality of life they lost after putting their faith in TDF drugs.

Will you stand with us to hold Gilead accountable? If you have taken a TDF drug and suffered any of the side effects above, you may be able to take legal action with the help of a Truvada law firm.

Call (800) 995-1212 or get a free legal case review today to learn more about your options. There is no cost to speak with us, and a member of our team is available 24/7 to discuss your potential Truvada lawsuit claim.

Note: Do not change medications without first consulting your doctor.
Truvada, Viread, Atripla, Complera, and Stribild are trademarks of Gilead Sciences, Inc.

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