Injuries from Yasmin and Yaz Birth Control Pills

Yasmin is the brand name for a birth control pill that is generically known as drospirenone.  It is also a treatment for moderate acne and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) in women.  It is produced by Bayer Healthcare.  Bayer Healthcare also manufactures “Yaz” birth control pills. The main difference between Yaz and Yasmin is in the level of estrogen contained in each pill compared to the level of progestins.

Yasmin has brought Bayer Healthcare $487 million in sales in the US alone with $1.5 billion worldwide.

However, it has also been reportedly causing some serious side effects since the FDA approved its use in May 2001.

Studies have shown that Yasmin is more dangerous than its predecessor contraceptives containing progestins that are used to prevent pregnancy.  Yasmin increases potassium levels to dangerously high levels, which can create some serious problems with regard to normal heart rhythms and other body functions related to salt and water balance. It also slows down blood flow which contributes to the forming of blood clots. When these blood clots travel to the lungs or the brain, they become serious strokes or pulmonary embolisms. Other side effects include breast lumps, depression or mood changes, heart attack, high blood pressure, kidney and/or liver damage, migraines, vaginal bleeding and severe allergic reactions including swelling, hives and difficulties in breathing.

If you have taken Yasmin or Yaz and have suffered any of the symptoms listed above, you are urged to contact our law firm immediately to speak to an attorney.  You may call us at 800.965.1461 or contact us using the simple form on the right side of this page.

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