While rockers are generally more known for overdosing on illegal drugs, on occasion they have a tendency to overdo it on prescription drugs as well. Recently, 20-year-old German guitarist Tom Kaulitz of the band Tokio Hotel experienced the consequences of such a prescription drug overdose, and he did not find it to be very pleasant.
Kaulitz became sick after taking too many Viagra tablets. As a result, he experienced vision problems for several days.
While Tokio Hotel was on a recent tour of Asia, Kaulitz was approached by a man offering to sell him Viagra. While the man recognized that Kaulitz did not fall into the demographic of your typical Viagra customer, he assured the young rocker it would be an unforgettable night. Kaulitz agreed to try it, and he ate one tablet on the spot.
When he got back to his hotel room, Kaulitz ate several more Viagra pills. Shortly thereafter, he began feeling sick. When he woke up the next morning, he had a nasty headache and blurry vision. Needless to say, he wasn’t enjoying his Viagra adventure anymore.
According to Kaulitz, his Viagra overdose created one other problem for him. His erection lasted for two days, creating several embarrassing moments while he waited for the drug’s effects to wear off.
While Pfizer most likely will not face a defective drug lawsuit as a result of Kaulitz’s overdose, his vision problems mirror a common complaint from Viagra patients. Since 2000, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has received over 40 reports of blindness associated with the consumption of Viagra as well as many reports of other serious vision issues, such as sensitivity to light and the inability to perceive changes in blue/green colors.
If you have experienced a serious vision condition caused by the consumption of Viagra, an experienced defective drug attorney can help you receive compensation for your damages. It is important to act quickly, since there may be a statute of limitations related to the filing of your claim.
If you have a defective drug claim, please contact the attorneys at Schlichter, Bogard & Denton today to schedule your free initial consultation.
Written by Andrew Martin: professional blogger and guru of misfortune.
