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Yaz Birth Control Drug Reviews

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Women thinking about taking or currently on Yaz birth control have been filing their reviews on various blogs and with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to alert others about the effectiveness and side effects associated with this method of contraception.

Generically known as drospirenone, Yaz is a birth control pill that is 99 percent effective when used as indicated.

In addition to its use as a contraceptive pill, Yaz has also been FDA approved for use in the treatment of moderate acne and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) that causes debilitating anxiety, mood swings, pain and sleeping difficulties. Yaz is currently made and distributed by Bayer, a German pharmaceutical company.

 

Side Effects of Yaz Birth Control (Drospirenone)

Despite reports and clinical proof of its effectiveness, Yaz has caused some women to develop some serious side effects, including (but not limited to):

• blood clots
• deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a condition in which blood clots become lodged in the body's deep veins (especially in the legs) and impede healthy circulation
• depression, panic disorder or other emotional disorders
• heart attack
• hypertension and/or high cholesterol
• kidney stones
• liver damage, typically marked by stomach pain, dark urine or jaundice in the eyes
• migraines
• pulmonary embolism (PE), blood clots in the lungs that cause breathing difficulties and chest pain (This condition is usually fatal without immediate medical care.)
• severe allergic reaction, marked by hives, facial or tongue inflammation and breathing difficulties
• stroke

Yaz birth control reviews also indicate that women have experienced less severe (but still debilitating, uncomfortable or embarrassing) side effects, including:

• bleeding between periods
• decreased libido
• hair loss
• headaches
• mood swings
• nausea and/or vomiting
• weight gain

 

Compensation for Yaz Birth Control Side Effects

While Yaz birth control reviews can warn women about the possible side effects of this contraceptive pill, some women will still develop serious health complications after taking Yaz.

 

Women injured after taking Yaz should:

• Seek out immediate medical attention to prevent further injury and, in the worst cases, save their lives
• Talk to their doctor about a more appropriate, alternative contraceptive pill
• Meet with a Yaz birth control lawyer, after their health is stable, to find out if they have a case against Bayer

During a free, initial consultation, prospective plaintiffs can learn more about the process of pursuing a personal injury lawsuit and get advice about whether an individual or class action claim is more appropriate for their needs and circumstances.

By following through with a Yaz birth control lawsuit, women can win compensation for their:

• hospital bills
• lost wages
• ongoing treatment costs
• permanent disabilities
• pain and suffering
• funeral and burial costs for cases involving death

 

Have you or a loved one been injured after taking Yaz? If so, contact us today to talk to an experienced Yaz attorney who can evaluate your case and help you recover compensation for your losses.

 

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