Yaz birth control lawsuits in Jacksonville: Yaz, an oral contraceptive, whose sales greatly increased as a result of agressive marketing efforts, is the only birth control pill which contains drospirenone, or drsp, which impacts the body’s normal regulation of balancing salt and water. This effect results in elevated potassium levels, known as kyperkalemia, known to case potentially live threatening heart problems and other health issues. Reported side effects include:
heart attacks
blood clots
strokes
cardiac arrhytmias
deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
pulmonary embolism (PE)
Gallbladder disease
Sudden death
live damage,
depression/emotional changes
migranes
high blood pressure
high cholesterol, as well as
signs of an allergic reaction including unexplained rashes, hives, itching, unexplained swelling, wheezing or difficulty breathing or swallowing.
Hundreds of lawsuits nationwide have been filed alleging that the company concealed health risks associated with the pill and lied about its effectiveness. In addition to the lawsuits, the the FDA issued a warning letter to Bayer stating that the ads overstated their safety to others and inaccurately claimed effectiveness in treating acne and premenstrual syndrome. If you or a loved in has been injured by taking Yaz birth control in Jacksonville be sure to call the Law Offices of Henry Gare at (904) 387-6101