Generic Yasmin

Yasmin and Yaz were originally manufactured by Berlex Laboratories and are currently manufactured by Bayer Healthcare. The generic Yasmin is called Ocella and is marketed by Teva Pharmaceuticals. Yaz birth control and the generic Ocella are relatively new contraceptive pills containing the progestin drospirenone. Unfortunately, since there are no long-term studies regarding the safety of this new synthetic hormone there is limited information regarding serious Yasmin side effects like blood clots and related complications such as heart attacks or strokes.

Yasmin and Yaz FDA Warning Letters

The manufacturer of Yaz and Yasmin have come under scrutiny because of their marketing practices and promotion of these birth control products. In July 2003 the FDA issued a warning letter to Berlex Laboratories for airing misleading television commercials for Yasmin. The FDA notified the company that they were broadcasting misleading advertisements concluding, “In summary, the TV ad not only misleads consumers about the efficacy of Yasmin, the ad also minimizes important context about the health risks of the drug.”

Again in 2008, the FDA issued a warning letter to Bayer who was the current manufacturer of Yaz regarding another misleading advertisement. The FDA stated in their letter to Bayer, “These violations are concerning from a public health perspective because they encourage use of YAZ in circumstances other than those in which the drug has been approved, over-promise the benefits and minimize the risks associated with YAZ.”

Yaz should not be used by women with the following conditions:

•    Liver problems
•    Kidney problems
•    Adrenal disease
•    History of blood clots
•    History of heart attack or stroke
•    Over age 35 and smoke 15 cigarettes or more daily
•    Yellowing of the skin or eyes
•    Undiagnosed vaginal bleeding
•    Known or suspected pregnancy
•    Known or suspected breast cancer
•    Heart valve or heart rhythm disorders
•    Liver tumor

We represent all women suffering from side effects of Yaz on a contingency basis which means that there are never any legal fees unless we win compensation in your case. For a free no-obligation consultation please call toll free at 1-888-343-5375 or fill out our short online contact form and a Yaz lawyer will contact you to answer any of your questions.

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We believe that the manufacturers of Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella should be held accountable for any harm they are legally responsible for and people should be fairly compensated for their damages. Many women have had their life changed in a number of ways find out more

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Yaz Gallbladder Problems

Women using Yasmin and Yaz birth control have reported gallbladder problems. Some women have had to undergo gall bladder removal surgery due to gallstones. Many women have suffered from serious problems with their gall bladder that occurred while using Yaz, but did not know that their birth control pill may have caused gallstones and other complications. find out more