Hoormann, et al. v. SmithKline Beecham Corp.

A class action lawsuit filed against SmithKline Beecham — the maker of Paxil — alleged that the drug company knew that Paxil was dangerous and ineffective when given to children under the age of 18. Although a settlement was reached in October 2006, that settlement was improved at a recent hearing. Under the terms of the revised settlement, if you ever purchased Paxil or Paxil CR for your child or ward, you are entitled to recover 100% of your documented out-of-pocket expenses. If you are unable to find documentation of your Paxil purchases, you can still recover up to $100.

Under the original settlement, class members without receipts would receive up to $15. The revised settlement raised that amount to $100.

For more information, visit the settlement website or call 1-866-494-8404 (toll free) or visit Hoormann v. SmithKline Beecham Corporation on Public Citizen's website.

If you ever purchased Paxil or Paxil CR for a child or ward under the age of 18, you are entitled to recover the money you spent on the drug. Make a claim today to be reimbursed. Claims must be received by August 31, 2007.