Ortho Evra Birth Control Patch

Since 2001, millions of women have been prescribed the Ortho Evra birth control patch. While the patch continues to be a popular form of contraceptive, reports of serious adverse events have raised concerns in the medical and legal communities. Among the most severe Ortho Evra side effects reported are stroke, blood clots and death.

If you or a loved one has suffered serious harm after using the Ortho Evra birth control patch, you may have the right to take legal action against the product manufacturer. Please contact us today for a FREE case evaluation by a qualified, caring and effective product liability lawyer. The attorneys at Injury Lawyer Omaha will thoroughly examine your situation and guide you through the process of recovering compensation for the losses you and your family have suffered.

Ortho Evra Patch Risks

In November 2005, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a stronger warning label on the Ortho Evra birth control patch alerting doctors and patients of the severe side effects associated with its use. The warning label states that women wearing the patch are exposed to up 60 percent more estrogen than those taking oral contraceptives. Furthermore, in July 2005, studies found that Ortho Evra users had three times the risk of developing blood clots or fatality than women taking the pill.

Serious, life-threatening side effects of the Ortho Evra birth control patch include:

• Deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in the legs)
• Pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lungs)
• Stroke
• Heart attack
• Cardiovascular complications
• Sudden death

Ortho Evra Birth Control Patch and Your Rights

Pharmaceutical product liability laws enforce the rights of an injured party to take legal action against any company, person or entity responsible for the manufacturing, marketing, promotion, or supplying of a defective drug. Currently, hundreds of product liability lawsuits have been filed against Ortho McNeil, the makers of Ortho Evra, claiming the company knew of the serious risks associated with the patch, but chose to downplay or ignore them altogether.

If you or someone you love has suffered the life-threatening side effects of the Ortho Evra birth control patch, you are not alone. The experienced and compassionate attorneys at Injury Lawyer Omaha can help recover your damages including compensation for your medical expenses, pain, suffering, missed work and more. Please contact us today for a complimentary consultation with a trusted product liability lawyer who can answer your questions, provide honest legal advice, and ensure you get the compensation you deserve.