Ocaliva Lawsuits: Cirrhosis, Decompensation & Risk

Ocaliva Lawsuits: Cirrhosis, Decompensation & Risk

Obeticholic Acid (Ocaliva®) and Hepatic Decompensation in Patients with Primary Biliary Cholangitis: Clinical Evidence, Regulatory Concerns, and Legal Implications Executive Summary AWKO is the lead United States law firm representing patients and families harmed by...
Ocaliva Side Effects: From Severe Itching to Liver Failure

Ocaliva Side Effects: From Severe Itching to Liver Failure

Ocaliva (obeticholic acid) was developed to help people with Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) protect their liver, but its side effects range from uncomfortable to life‑threatening, including liver failure in some patients. Understanding these risks empowers patients...
The Ocaliva Market Withdrawal: What It Means for Patients

The Ocaliva Market Withdrawal: What It Means for Patients

The 2025 market withdrawal of Ocaliva (obeticholic acid) is one of the most significant developments PBC patients have faced in years, reshaping both treatment options and legal rights. This update from AWKO explains the full timeline, why the withdrawal matters for...
Ocaliva Multidistrict Litigation (MDL)

Ocaliva Multidistrict Litigation (MDL)

Navigating the aftermath of a dangerous drug experience can be overwhelming, especially when it involves a once-promising medication like Ocaliva, prescribed to help people with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC). As hundreds, if not thousands, of Ocaliva lawsuits...
PBC Medication Lawsuit: Ocaliva Risks

PBC Medication Lawsuit: Ocaliva Risks

Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) is a chronic liver condition affecting thousands of patients across the United States. While new treatments offer hope, the tragic reality is that drugs like Ocaliva have brought severe risks and led many patients to seek legal...