A popular contraceptive for women called Yaz (also known as Yasmin or generic Ocella), faces growing concerns in the medical field for its serious and lengthy list of side effects. These side effects include blood clots, stroke, and heart attack along with gall bladder disease and pancreatitis, all of which have been linked with women using the birth control.

According to the New York times 74 women have already filed suit against Bayer, the drug manufacturer for health problems they developed while taking Yaz.  These women assert that Bayer knew that its product was dangerous, but proceeded to sell it anyway.  Sales were over $600 million in 2008.

Last October, the Department of Health and Human services sent a warning letter to Bayer for its false advertising and misleading ad campaign of Yaz.  The agency sent another warning to Bayer concerning its failure to comply with American quality control standards.

Recently, women who have suffered from Yaz problems have been increasingly coming forward to report their injuries. Consumer groups and some members of the medical community are questioning Yaz side effects and the increased risk for blood clots and strokes.

Yasmin side effects include:

• blood clots in the legs (DVT)
• blood clots in the lungs (Pulmonary embolism)
• stroke
• heart attack
• gall bladder disease
• pancreatitis

Klein | Frank, P.C. is currently investigating cases involving Yaz and life altering injuries.  If you or a woman that you know has suffered serious injury while taking Yaz, call an experience attorney at Klein | Frank, P.C.  303-448-8884.  We will listen and do what we can to help.