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 or fill out the form below 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 that 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 U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Adverse Events reporting system indicated serious side effects including heart arrhythmias, electrolyte imbalance, hyponatremis, hyperkalemia, stroke, gallbladder problems, blood clots, embolisms and sudden death following the use of Yaz and Yasmin in some cases.
Black Box Warning
A black box warning appears on all Yaz and Yasmin packaging warning consumers of the increased risk of serious cardiovascular side effects that may occur when patients use oral contraceptives while smoking cigarettes.
Patients aged 35 and older and heavy smokers who smoke 15 or more cigarettes daily are more likely to experience cardiovascular complications.
Yaz Lawsuits
Patients who have experienced a severe side effects; such as, heart attack, pulmonary embolism, stroke, deep vein thrombosis, and gallbladder disease, while taking Yaz may be eligible to receive compensation to cover various medical costs, pain and suffering. If you wish to receive additional information about Yaz, side effects associated with the drug and Yaz litigation, please fill out the form on this page or call 800-452-0949. To date, more than 100 plaintiffs have filed lawsuits against Bayer Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer of Yaz contraceptives, following the onset of adverse side effects.
