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Serzone and Nefazodone: Side Effects and Health Risks<\/h1>\n\n
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Serzone (nefazodone) was an antidepressant used to treat major depression and anxiety. It was withdrawn from the U.S. market in 2004. The drug faced scrutiny due to reports of severe liver damage and other serious side effects. Although the brand name is discontinued, the generic version remains available.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Serzone (nefazodone) is an antidepressant doctors use to treat major depression, anxiety, and related health disorders. Bristol-Myers Squibb Company manufactured the drug. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved it in 1994<\/a>.<\/p>\n

In 2001, worldwide sales of Serzone were around $409 million. However, on May 19th, 2004, Bristol-Myers Squibb announced it would no longer sell the drug<\/a> in the U.S. due to declining sales. They had already taken the drug off the market in Australia, Europe, and Canada.<\/p>\n

The drugmaker stated it stopped selling the antidepressant<\/a> for business reasons. But some believe it was due to claims that Serzone caused liver failure.<\/p>\n

The generic version of Serzone (nefazodone hydrochloride<\/a>) is still available.\u00a0Teva<\/a>\u00a0is the lone manufacturer of this drug.<\/p>\n

This article provides an overview of Serzone, including its side effects and health risks. You’ll also learn about your legal options if you or a loved one becomes sick after taking Serzone or nefazodone.<\/p>\n

Drug manufacturers have a legal responsibility to ensure their medications are safe to use and carry adequate warnings. If you’ve been harmed by Serzone or another drug, you have legal options. Contact a product liability attorney<\/a> near you to see if you have a valid claim. If so, your attorney will guide you through the legal process and fight for fair compensation.<\/p>\n

Serzone and Potential Drug Interactions<\/h2>\n

Serzone is no longer available. But the generic version of the drug is still available. Doctors may prescribe the generic drug to patients with\u00a0major depressive disorder<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Avoid taking nefazodone if you take any of the following prescription drugs:<\/p>\n