How Yaz, Yasmin, and Ocella Cause Heart Attacks

In a previous post, we at the Brad Hendricks Law Firm expressed a desire to help those who might have been harmed by the birth control drug known as Yaz or Yasmin, or by its generic counterpart, Ocella.

One harmful side effect of the drug referred to in that previous post was the serious risk of heart attack.  You might be wondering how the drug might cause a heart attack?  For more information, we recommend an article posted online that answers the question:  Why does Yaz cause heart attacks?

The article explains:

The combination of chemicals in Yaz has been reported to increase the risk of blood clots by more than 600%.

Blood clotting is a normal bodily function . . . . However, the chemical combinations in Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella can cause abnormal blood clotting . . . . These abnormal blood clots can break away from the blood vessel on which they formed . . . travel through the blood stream and can form a blockage or become lodged inside the heart itself. This blockage can starve the flow of blood and cause a heart attack.

Since 2004, there have been more than 50 reports of deaths filed with the FDA.  For the families of those fatalities, and for others who might be harmed by Yaz, Yasmin, or Ocella, the consequences of these drugs are simply unacceptable, and the Brad Hendricks Law Firm agrees.   If you or someone you love have experienced any negative side effects after taking Yaz, Yasmin, or Ocella, you may be entitled to compensation. 

For a free consultation with an experienced attorney about your claim, please contact us today at (501) 221-0444 or (800) 661-0196 today!