Victim of Drug Side Effects: £70,000 Awarded to Man for Gambling Addiction
A man in the UK, Philip Stevens, won a £70,000 compensation after claiming that a medication prescribed for his restless leg syndrome caused compulsive gambling and shopping habits.
The drug, commonly used to treat Parkinson’s disease and restless leg syndrome, has known side effects, including impulse control disorders.
Stevens argued that his doctor failed to warn him about these risks, leading to significant financial losses.
This settlement highlights ongoing concerns about informed consent and the management of medication side effects.