Gallbladder Damage is Most Common Yaz Problem Reported | Toledo, Ohio injury attorney

The lawsuits against Bayer for the birth control Yaz has reached more than 4,200. The lawsuits against Bayer state that they knew that the risks of the pill were blood clots strokes and heart attacks, which are common side effects with any oral contraceptive, but nearly half of the cases against Bayer for their drug Yaz involves the gallbladder. In these cases the gallbladder was damaged because of Yaz and in some cases the removal of the gallbladder was necessary.

Bayer still maintains that the risks of Yaz are no more than any other birth control pill, but the numbers are showing something different. Numerous young women and teenagers experienced gallbladder problems, which is a condition that usually effects women in their 40's. Out of all the cases 43% of them involve the gallbladder, which gallbladder damage is not a normal side effect of borth control.

If you or a loved one have suffered an injury because of Yaz, Yasmin or Ocella, you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers can help you get the compensation you deserve. Call 800.637.8170 to schedule your free consultation.