Ortho Evra Birth Control Patch Lawsuits
Ortho Evra lawsuits are being reviewed nationwide for women who suffered blood clots, heart attack or stroke as a side effect of the patch. >>REQUEST CASE EVALUATION
Lawsuits have been filed against the manufacturer of the Ortho Evra birth control patch as a result of the manufacturer's failure to adequately warn about side effects that have caused life-threatening injuries for many women.
The lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk, P.A. are investigating Ortho Evra lawsuits for women who have suffered:
- Heart Attack
- Stroke
- Blood Clots
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Sudden Death
To determine if you or a family member may be entitled to compensation, request a free consultation.
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Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical (a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson) failed to warn physicians and consumers of the increased risk of developing blood clots, pulmonary embolism, stroke, heart attack and/or deep vein thrombosis.
ORTHO EVRA SIDE EFFECTS AND WARNINGS
Ortho Evra side effects are caused by the delivery of estrogen and progestin through a patch placed on the skin. This method of delivery has different results than metabolizing the hormones orally with birth control pills. The manufacturer was aware of the dangers posed by the patch when they introduced this product in 2002. They have failed to adequately warn that the patch carries an increased risk of potentially life threatening blood clots, which is three times higher then the risk associated with the use of traditional birth control pills.
The initial warning label indicated that the birth control patch carried similar risks to other hormonal contraceptives. However, this safety information was based on studies of birth control pills and was contrary to data collected during the clinical studies for the patch. In November 2005 the warning label was amended to indicate that the dose of estrogen was 60% more than delivered by birth control pills. In September 2006, further warnings were added indicating a potential increased risk of blood clots. However, many experts believe that the warnings remain inadequate and some have called for the product to be removed from the market.
>>INFORMATION: Ortho Evra Birth Control Patch Side Effects
ORTHO EVRA LAWSUITS
Ortho Evra lawsuits have been filed across the country on behalf of users who have suffered serious and life-threatening injuries. Despite knowledge that the birth control patch carries significant safety hazards, the manufacturer heavily marketed the Ortho Evra patch immediately after FDA approval and provided no warnings of these dangers.
Many believe that the manufacturer placed profits above consumer safety. Ortho Evra was introduced as the manufacturer, Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical, was about to lose the exclusive patent for their best selling birth control pill, Ortho Tri-Cyclen. The new birth control patch was a top priority for Ortho-McNeil, since they needed to offset the anticipated lost income from Ortho Tri-Cyclen.
FREE CLAIM EVALUATION
Ortho Evra lawsuits are being pursued for women who have suffered blood clots resulting in a heart attack, stroke, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism or sudden death.
>>INFORMATION: Blood Clots - Deep Vein Thrombosis - Pulmonary Embolism
If you, a friend or family member have suffered any of these serious complications from the use of Ortho Evra, request a free consultation and claim evaluation to determine if you may be entitled to compensation.
The Ortho Evra lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk, P.A. have the experience and resources to fight large corporations and can protect your rights. There are no fees or expenses unless a recovery is obtained. However, every claim has a deadline, so it is important that any potential Ortho Evra lawsuit be reviewed as soon as possible.
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