Zantac Lawsuits
The mass tort lawyers at Mama Justice help victims in Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee protect their legal rights after being harmed as a result of using Zantac.
Patients across the United States use Zantac to treat heartburn and a variety of symptoms associated with acid reflux. People often turn to Zantac because it can be purchased without a prescription. The ease of access has caused Zantac to become one of the most popular medications for sufferers of acid reflux. Although the medication provides relief that patients can trust, it often does so at a cost.
Studies have found that there is a potential risk of developing cancer associated with the use of Zantac. If you or a loved one took Zantac and were diagnosed with cancer, you may have legal options available to help you get justice. Contact our Jackson mass tort lawyers at Mama Justice to schedule a free case review with our law firm to discuss the legal options available for you.
What is the Zantac Lawsuit?
Recent studies surrounding the use of Zantac have found that there is a potential for an increased risk of developing cancer among users. This increase is associated with the findings that Zantac was contaminated by N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA). NDMA is classified as a probable carcinogen by the World Health Organization, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Food and Drug Administration.
Exposure to NDMA has been linked to various health conditions, including:
- Liver cancer
- Testicular cancer
- Liver disease
Once it was discovered that Zantac had increased levels of NDMA, the FDA quickly issued a recall for the medication and various other forms of Ranitidine.
However, many people continued using the product for several years without realizing the potential risks. As a result, numerous people are now suffering severe health consequences due to the manufacturer of Zantac, Sanofi, spending years assuring patients that the medication was safe for use.
Dangers of Zantac
In 2019, several investigations were conducted by Valisure surrounding Zantac and Ranitidine. These studies found that there was evidence that the medications were contaminated by NDMA. Even under normal conditions, the levels of NDMA in the drugs continued to rise.
Once the discovery was made, the manufacturer and the FDA issued a voluntary recall of the product. However, many retailers took the product off their shelves for good. Evidence continued to mount in support of the risks of cancer associated with the use of Zantac. As a result, the FDA issued a complete recall of the product in April 2020. Not only did the NDMA levels in Zantac increase the longer it sat in storage under regular conditions, but the exposure to increased temperatures created a rapid increase in contamination.
If you have been diagnosed with cancer or liver disease following the use of Zantac, it is crucial that you take quick action to protect your legal rights. Our Jackson mass tort lawyers at Mama Justice can help pursue legal action against the negligent manufacturer so you can get the compensation you need and deserve.
