Two Women File Yaz DVT Lawsuit in California

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is the most common severe side effect of Yaz, and it can sometimes be fatal. Both women were prescribed Yasmin and followed the directions given by their doctor. Oral contraception like Yaz and Yasmin is one of the most popular forms of birth control in the U.S. However, both women developed DVT. While both women survived, they allege that the Bayer purposefully marketed the product as safe when it carried big risks.

The Seriousness of Yaz DVT

At the most basic level, DVT is a blood clot. However, clots can travel throughout the body — such as to the lungs — and cause a pulmonary embolism. This is a life-threatening condition, and sometimes there are few warning signs. If a blood clot is in the legs, there might be bruising, swelling or pain, but those are all also symptoms of a harmless bruise that can easily go unnoticed.

When it comes to DVT, some patients experience a feeling dizziness, being short of breath, an irregular heartbeat, chest pain or coughing. Of course, these are also relatively minor Yasmin DVT symptoms. Oftentimes, a life-threatening DVT diagnosis is overlooked, especially in healthy women who are taking one of the most common forms of contraception.

Bayer Has Paid Nearly $1 Billion in Lawsuit Settlements

Fourth-generation Yaz and Yasmin, which Carlton and McLaney were prescribed, have been strongly linked to an increase in deep vein thrombosis. Thus far, Bayer has paid out $1 billion in Yasmin lawsuit settlements. In addition, lesser but still viable Yaz-related side effects include blindness, breast cancer, heart attacks, strokes and cancer.

In a recent four-year period, the FDA has received 50 complaints that Yasmin caused death. It’s important to bear in mind that some victims are very young, as high schoolers often start a birth control regimen with oral contraception. According to Carlton, McLaney and other victims, Bayer purposefully hid the risks of Yaz and it continues to be a fairly commonly prescribed form of birth control.

Have You Used Yasmin?

If you’ve taken Yaz, Yasmin, Ocella or Beyaz and experienced negative side effects, you possibly have a Yasmin legal claim. No matter what the side effects are, you may deserve compensation for pain, suffering and any related medical bills.

Discover more by visiting the Yaz/Yasmin, Beyaz & Ocella Birth Control Pill Class Action Lawsuit Settlement & Investigation and connect with a drug injury lawyer who can provide you with a free claim review. Many Yaz victims just like you have received compensation, and you may deserve the same.