Yaz Stroke

Women taking Yaz have reported various side effects following the use of the oral contraceptive, including stroke and other serious cardiovascular problems.

A stroke occurs when blood supply to the brain is interrupted, preventing the brain from receiving adequate amounts of blood and oxygen. Treatment with Yaz is linked to an increased risk of blood clots, such as those that occur in the brain during a stroke.

Risk Factors

The risk of a experiencing stroke while taking Yaz is increased in women 35 years of age or older, and those who smoke heavily (15 cigarettes or more a day).

Additional factors that increase the risk of a stroke include:

• Family history of stroke
• Previous stroke
• Obesity
• Increasing age
• Cardiovascular disease
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol
• Smoking
• Diabetes

Stroke Symptoms

Patients who experience a stroke may demonstrate the following symptoms:

• Difficulty speaking
• Trouble walking
• Tingling or numbness on one side of the body
• Difficulty swallowing
• Loss of coordination
• Decreased vision
• Sudden, severe headache

If you experience a stroke, seek emergency medical treatment immediately.

Yaz Lawsuits

If you have experienced a stroke as a result of the use of Yaz, you may be entitled to compensation to cover the cost of medical expenses, pain and suffering. Please call 800-452-0949 to receive additional information about Yaz litigation. To date, more than 100 plaintiffs have filed lawsuits against Bayer Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer of Yaz and Yasmin contraceptives, following the onset of adverse side effects.