The McEwen Law Firm represents women who have been injured after taking Yaz and Yasmin oral contraception. Yaz, and the generic version Yasmin, have reportedly caused injurious Yaz side effects in women who have used this new birth control drug and also using Ocella. Our team of dedicated lawyers helps women who have suffered injuries including gallbladder disease, blood clots, stroke or heart attack while taking Yaz. Pancreatitis has also been linked to the use of oral contraceptives.

The manufacturer of Yaz has saturated the market with advertising directed at women by promoting its effectiveness in treating premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) as well as an effective treatment for premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Women who have been injured by taking Yaz or Yasmin have been reporting their injuries in increasing numbers. The increase in the numbers of women reporting injuries has caused consumer groups as well as doctors to question the safety of Yaz, especially the increased risk of heart attack, stroke and gallbladder disease. Other serious side effects reported by women include deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism, which can be potentially life threatening conditions. Yaz and related new birth control drugs contain drospirenone which is a new synthetic form of progestin. The Food and Drug Administration has not yet issued any warnings for this drug, and the manufacturer has not issued a recall for the product.

Yaz Blood Clots

A blood clot can be a serious, life threatening condition if not treated. Women who have used Yaz have reported problems with developing blood clots including deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE). Women with no family or personal history of blood clot problems have reported developing life threatening blood clots after taking Yaz. Synthetic hormones in oral contraceptives may increase a woman’s risk of developing blood clots which can lead to serious injury or even death if not diagnosed early and treated. Additional problems associated with blood clots that may be caused by oral contraceptive use include pain in the affected area, risk to future pregnancies, and an increased likelihood of developing additional blood clots in the future. Sometimes women who have developed blood clots after taking Yaz have been prescribed blood thinners as a precaution against developing future blood clots. Contact our law office today about the Yaz Lawsuit if you have been injured or know someone who has at (800) 732-3070 or use our online contact form - remember, we don't get paid unless you receive compensation!

Yaz Stroke

One of the more serious side effects that have been reported by women using Yaz and Yasmin is stroke. A stroke is a brain injury caused by either bleeding from a blood vessel in the brain, or by brain cell injury caused by a blocked brain blood vessel. Healthy women with no history of prior strokes have been victims of this life threatening event after taking Yaz. The increased risk of blood clots associated with taking oral contraceptives may lead to heart attacks as well as strokes. A stroke can be a debilitating and life altering event. The effects of a stroke include paralysis or impaired movement which can be temporary or permanent; impaired communication; and permanent cell damage and cell death in the effected area of the brain.

The McEwen Law Firm represents all women who have been injured after taking Yaz oral contraceptive and its generic version Yasmin. If you have taken Yaz or Yasmin and believe you have suffered an injury as a result, call the McEwen Law Firm, toll free at 1-800-732-3070 for a free consultation. Your call is confidential. You may also contact the team of dedicated attorneys at the McEwen Law Firm by using the confidential online contact form. An attorney will contact you to discuss your case and answer your questions.

Please contact your healthcare provider (HCP) if you are seeking recommendations regarding treatment. Your HCP is your best source for medical advice and can appropriately evaluate you as they are most familiar with your personal medical history and overall health profile.