Drospirenone (Yaz, Yasmin, Ocella, and Beyaz)
Yasmin, Yaz, and Ocella are all birth control pills manufactured by Bayer Healthcare. Ocella is a generic form of Yasmin, marketed and distributed by Teva Pharmaceuticals. Yasmin was approved by the FDA in 2001, Yaz in 2006, and Ocella in 2008.
The Yaz group of drugs contains a compound created by Bayer called drospirenone, a synthetic progestogen that may elevate the levels of potassium in the body. Side effects of drospirenone and/or elevated potassium include heart attack, stroke, pulmonary embolism, blood clots, and even death. If you experienced any of these side effects while taking Yaz, Yasmin, or Ocella, please fill out the form to the right for a free case evaluation. If you would feel more comfortable speaking to someone, you can call our toll-free number, 877-703-7070, to have an attorney review your information.
The Yaz drugs are also prescribed to treat acne and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), a severe form of PMS that includes premenstrual water retention and bloating. Drospirenone acts as a diuretic and can lead to dehydration, which in turn can lead to blood clots and gallbladder damage.
Several studies show that Yaz, Yasmin, Ocella, and other drospirenone-containing birth control pills are more likely to cause blood clots, pulmonary embolism, and stroke than other birth control drugs. Most recently, on May 31, 2011, the FDA announced that it was investigating new information about the safety of these pills. Meanwhile, the corresponding agency in Europe, the European Medicines Agency, has already determined that the warnings are inadequate in light of this new information. For more information about these risks, click here.
Women who have suffered injury as a result of taking Yaz, Yasmin, or Ocella should understand the legal remedies available to them. If you or someone you love developed a blood clot, stroke, or pulmonary embolism while taking Yaz, Yasmin, or Ocella, you may be eligible to recover damages. Please contact Lopez McHugh for a FREE consultation with a qualified and trusted attorney who can answer your questions and ensure your legal rights are protected. Call today because if you wait too long, you may be barred from recovering for your injuries by your state’s time limits.
For more information read about:
- Overview of the Yaz/Yasmin/Ocella Litigation
- Yaz and Blood Clots
- New Yaz/Yasmin Blood Clot Warnings
- Timeline of FDA Action Against Bayer
- Status of the Litigation