U.S. judge orders big drug companies to face opioid trial

- A U.S. judge on Tuesday rejected efforts by major drugmakers, pharmacies and distributors to dismiss claims that they caused the nation’s opioid crisis, clearing the way for a scheduled landmark trial even as he pushes for a nationwide settlement.

“A factfinder could reasonably infer that these failures were a substantial factor in producing the alleged harm suffered by plaintiffs,” the Cleveland-based judge wrote. Other defendants included the drugmakers Endo International Plc and Johnson & Johnson; pharmacy operators CVS Health Corp, Rite Aid Corp, Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc and Walmart Inc; and distributors AmerisourceBergen Corp, Cardinal Health Inc and McKesson Corp.

Critics of the industry said opioid makers hid the addiction and abuse risks of prolonged use from consumers. J&J has said it will appeal an Oklahoma judge’s Aug. 26 order that it pay $572.1 million to that state for the company’s role in the opioid epidemic.

Weaning one off natural opium is not a difficult task but then as with everything else they need isolate the active ingredients and sell you branded products for legitimacy.

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Really?!?! Big Pharma was trying to make a profit on prescription opioid addiction. I’m shocked!! NOT

When I despair, I remember that all through history the way of truth and love have always won. There have been tyrants and murderers, and for a time, they can seem invincible, but in the end, they always fall. Think of it--always.” ― Mahatma Gandhi.

Why can’t Gun Manufacturers, & the NRA also not be held Accountable. Just Saying. Vote Democrats into the Senate & Trump Out in 2020 & Sensible Gun reform will take place. Save Lives, get Military Weapons off our streets, Redflag Laws.

Healthcare and drugs are among the most regulated industries. Going to go after the federal government for its role in the crisis?-regulations and the ‘war on drugs’ contributions as well.

The Saclkers sent too much money to Israel to be be even a little worried about this.

I hope they pay for their share of responsibility. Doctors overprescribing them should go next.

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