Yaz Lawsuit Information

Dangerous side effects associated with the use of Yaz and Yasmin have prompted patients to file more than 100 lawsuits in the United States against Bayer Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer of the medications. 

Those filing the lawsuits claim the oral contraceptives were marketed in a way that mislead consumers and downplayed dangers associated with the drug, specifically when prescribed to treat moderate acne.

If you were prescribed Yaz or Yasmin and have experienced a severe adverse reaction to the medication, you may wish to file a lawsuit to seek compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering. Please call 800-452-0949 to receive additional information about Yaz and Yasmin litigation.

Women who have experienced the following conditions due to the use of Yaz or Yasmin may be entitled to compensation:

• Gallbladder disease
• Heart attack
• Stroke
• Deep Vein Thrombosis
• Pulmonary Embolism

The allegations currently filed by plaintiffs state Bayer Pharmaceuticals did not properly research the medication and failed to issue a recall after post-marketing reports indicated a risk of life-threatening side effects with Yaz and Yasmin. Plaintiffs also state that Bayer did not adequately highlight the risks associated with the contraceptives in an effort to convince consumers the medications were safe.

The issues linked to Yaz and Yasmin are largely attributed to drospirenone, a type of progestin used in the oral contraceptives. Drospirenone can cause elevated levels of potassium in the body which may cause severe heart conditions and health concerns.

The Unites States Food and Drug Administration Adverse Events reporting system indicated serious side effects including heart arrhythmias, electrolyte imbalance, hyponatremis, hyperkalemia, stroke, gall bladder problems, blood clots, embolisms, and sudden death following the use of Yaz and Yasmin in some cases.