Lariam Lawsuits

An anti-malarial drug widely used by military personnel, Peace Corps volunteers, and international travelers, and sold under the brand name Lariam now carries a warning about its possible link to suicidal behavior. The main consumers of Lariam are troops and Peace Corps workers, with more than 14,000 doses of Lariam administered by the Department of Defense this year alone. Concerns over possibly lethal psychiatric side effects of Lariam have increased as reports of soldiers committing suicide during or after deployment in the Middle East continue to surface.

Lariam has been prescribed to more than 22 million people worldwide since 1985. Originally developed by the military, Lariam was later licensed to drug manufacturer Hoffman-La Roche, but was first tested and used primarily among the military. It is widely prescribed for the prevention of malaria, one of the world's most lethal infectious diseases. In addition to Lariam, there are other drugs to prevent malaria, including Malarone, and an antibiotic called doxycycline, both of which are far less likely to cause the side effects reported with the use of Lariam.

If you believe that you or a loved one has suffered suicidal thoughts or tendencies, or has otherwise been harmed by the use of Lariam, please contact an attorney. Attorneys which are familiar with the history and implications of Lariam can help you to understand your rights, and to secure a future for yourselves and your loved ones.

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