Lunesta (eszopiclone) is a prescription sleeping pill. Deaths are linked to Lunesta®. A new study shows that risk of death may be higher than what was previously thought.
The Scripps Clinic –Viterbi Family Sleep Center in La Jolla, California studied the medical records of thousands sleeping pill users. In a 2.5 year period there were 638 deaths of individuals who took sleeping pills, compared to 295 deaths who didn’t take sleeping pills. This indicates a much higher risk of death among sleeping pill users.
The most commonly reported are:
In addition, a “side effect” of sleeping pills is a much higher rate of cancer among study subjects who used sleeping pills, even just occasionally.
If you have lost a loved one who was taking Lunesta®, you may have a wrongful death suit. Our experienced staff members are here to help. Contact The Law Offices of L. Clayton Burgess today for a FREE personal injury consultation.
