Lawsuits Against Lexapro

Mothers who used the SSRI drug Lexapro and had a child born with birth defect have started filing lawsuits against Lexapro due to the serious and permanent injuries their child has suffered. One of the Lexapro birth defects that is connected with using SSRI drugs during pregnancy is omphalocele which is an abdominal birth defect.

Lexapro Omphalocele Birth Defects
An omphalocele is an abdominal birth defect in which the infant’s abdominal organs stick out of the belly button. In infants with an abdominal defect, the intestines are covered only by a thin layer of tissue and can be easily seen. An omphalocele is considered a type of hernia.

Omphaloceles are repaired surgically, although not always immediately after they are diagnosed. A sac protects the abdominal contents and allows time for other more serious problems (for example heart defects) to be dealt with first, if necessary.

To surgically repair an omphalocele, the sac is covered with a special man-made material, which is then stitched in place. Progressively, over time, the abdominal contents are pushed back into the abdomen. When the omphalocele can comfortably fit within the abdominal cavity, the man-made material is removed and the abdomen is closed.

Sometimes the abdominal defect is so large that it cannot be placed back inside the child’s abdomen. The skin around the omphalocele grows and eventually covers the omphalocele. The abdominal muscles and skin can then be repaired through surgery when the child is older to help achieve a better cosmetic outcome.

Lawsuits Against Lexapro
If you were prescribed Lexapro during pregnancy, and your child was born with a birth defect, you may be eligible for legal compensation. We are currently investigating cases for families who have been affected by the use of Lexapro during the third trimester. Please contact us for a free no-obligation consultation and information on Lexapro birth defects lawsuit filing deadlines.