5 Yasmin/Yaz Blood Clot Victims File Lawsuit Against Bayer

Multiple Medical Complications Listed in Yaz/Yasmin Lawsuit

The five plaintiffs represented in the Yasmin/Yaz lawsuit allege they suffered medical complications as a direct result of using the drugs. The plaintiffs and their Yasmin/Yaz side effects are as follows:

• Eyvette Johnson developed Yasmin blood clots after using the drug for over a year.
• Stephanie Lyons suffered a Yaz stroke and died after using the drug for a little over a month. (Her estate is suing Bayer.)
• Anita Luckenbaugh was diagnosed with Yasmin Pulmonary Embolism and Deep Vein Thrombosis after taking the drug for over a year.
• Kayla Ann Mies developed severe gallbladder complications after taking the drug for six years. The complications led to the eventual removal of her gallbladder.
• Glenda Thomas suffered a heart blockage after taking Yaz for four months

Each plaintiff claims that they would not have chosen to take the birth control medications had they known what the risks were and the complications they would suffer. The Plaintiffs are seeking compensation for mental anguish, all medical costs, diminished quality of life and pain and suffering.

Warning Letter Issued by FDA

Bayer marketed Yaz and Yasmin as a better form of birth control that could prevent pregnancy, treat premenstrual syndrome and reduce acne. The FDA issued a warning letter based on clinical studies that contradicted the claims made by Bayer that Yaz and Yasmin were safer or more effective than other forms of birth control. These same studies also revealed the associated dangers of Yaz and Yasmin including an increased risk of heart attack, deep vein thrombosis and other complications. The FDA chose not to approve of Bayer marketing the medication for any other purpose other than birth control.

Yasmin/Yaz Lawsuit Accuses Bayer of Withholding Knowledge of Risks

The plaintiffs allege in the Yaz/Yasmin lawsuit that Bayer had access to and knowingly withheld studies that revealed that women who took the drug had an increased risk of suffering from Pulmonary Embolism and Deep Vein Thrombosis. If you have taken or know someone who has taken Yaz or Yasmin and has suffered any complications or injuries as a result, you may be entitled to compensation. Visit our Yaz/Yasmin, Beyaz & Ocella Birth Control Pill Class Action Lawsuit Settlement & Investigation page for more information about the birth control drug and the lawsuits that have been filed against Bayer.