Yaz Birth Control Weight Gain

One of the most common side effects of taking birth control is weight fluctuation. Yasmin birth control is no exception. While some women will gain a few pounds when taking Yasmin birth control, others will lose weight. Furthermore, many women who take Yasmin report no difference in their weight. A small amount of weight gain or weight loss is usually not harmful. However, if you have experienced weight gain or weight loss while taking Yasmin birth control, it is important to speak to your doctor about it.

According to the Bayer Pharmaceutical Company, the makers of Yasmin birth control, weight gain is “one of the most frequent emergent adverse events” reported in Yasmin. It is important to understand that weight gain is one of the common side effects of Yasmin birth control before you decide to take this contraceptive. Furthermore, some women also report sudden weight loss while using Yasmin. This is not listed as a common side effect on Yasmin packaging but it can cause serious problems down the road.

Severe weight loss and weight gain both come with serious health concerns. It is important to speak to your doctor and follow a healthy diet and exercise regime. You may need to supplement your diet with additional vitamins and you may need to speak to a nutritionist if your weight is a major concern. Make sure you aim for 30 minutes of physical activity a day, limit your amount of fatty foods, eat plenty of fruits, veggies, grains and fat-free dairy products and increase your intake of fish, poultry, beans and nuts. Excess weight gain can cause problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol while excess weight loss can lead to anemia and other health concerns.

It is important to remember that, while some women experience serious Yaz side effects, others do not. Many women who have been on Yasmin for three years or more report nothing but good results including clear skin and decreased PMS symptoms. However, many others are not so lucky. All women have the right to choose their method of birth control but it is important that all women are informed about the Yasmin risk factors that come with taking this oral contraceptive. Yaz weight gain and weight loss are just two of the many side effects caused by Yasmin birth control. Other more serious side effects may include stroke, heart attack, blood clots, pulmonary embolism, kidney damage and even death.

If you have noticed that your increased weight gain or weight loss caused by Yasmin has negatively impacted your quality of life, speak to a Yasmin lawyer about your concerns. You may be eligible for financial compensation for your medical costs and treatments. Contact our lawyers today at 800-732-3070 or fill out our short online contact form for a free consultation and legal advice on how to handle your situation. We work on a contingency basis which means there are no legal fees to pay unless you win your case.

Yaz Birth Control Heart Attack

Many women are shocked beyond belief to discover that they could be at risk of having a heart attack. If you are currently taking Yasmin or Yaz birth control, then you have an increased risk of a Yaz-related heart attack. Yasmin birth control has been on the market for a number of years with many suspicious heart attacks being reported in young women who are healthy and fit. Recently the FDA as well as several other companies have put the pieces together and discovered that Yasmin birth control could be responsible for a number of heart attacks in women.

Although many birth control pills come with serious side effects, Yaz birth control contains a certain synthetic hormone caused drospirenone that has been directly linked to the formation of blood clots. The reason is because DRSP can increase the level of potassium in your body and also dehydrates the body, causing your blood to thicken as a result. When your blood thickens, clots can form. Even a blood clot in your leg can break off and lodge into your heart, causing a potentially fatal heart attack.

Any woman who currently is taking Yasmin birth control is at risk for a heart attack. However, you are even more at risk for a Yaz heart attack if you also fall into the following categories:

• If you have diabetes
• If you have high blood pressure
• If you are over the age of 35
• If you smoke more than 15 cigarettes per day
• If you have a high level of blood cholesterol or fat

The best way to eliminate the risk of a Yaz heart attack is to stop taking the contraceptive. However, you should also be well aware of the warning signs of a heart attack in women. Heart attacks are not always as dramatic as they are portrayed on television. Even mild heart attacks can cause serious problems. Some of the Yaz heart attack warnings include:

• Chest pain. This is the most common symptom of a heart attack. The chest pain may be in the center of the chest and it may feel like your chest is being tightened or squeezed. You may feel pressure or pain. This discomfort may last for a few minutes and may come back again.
• Shortness of breath
• Cold sweat
• Nausea and/or vomiting
• Numbness or pain in another area of the body including the arms, back, neck or stomach
• Light-headedness or dizziness

If you or someone you love has been affected by a Yaz-related heart attack or other health conditions, contact our lawyers for a free consultation. We work on a contingency basis which means there are no legal fees to pay unless you win your case. Contact us today at 800-732-3070 or fill out our short online contact form for experienced legal advice on how to handle your situation.

Yaz Birth Control Deaths

Yasmin birth control has been linked to several deaths of young women in the United States. Many of these deaths start out with something as common as a headache, numbness or minor pain in their legs. However, what these symptoms could suggest is the formation of a blood clot, which is often caused by taking Yasmin birth control. These blood clots can lead to Yaz-related deaths in the following instances:

• Heart attack. This occurs when a blood vessel in the heart is blocked usually by a blood clot. Without proper immediate medical attention, the heart could lose oxygen and the result could be death.
• Pulmonary embolism. This occurs when an artery is blocked in the lungs. Without proper immediate medical attention, this blockage can result in death.
• Stroke. A stroke is a rupture or a blockage of a blood vessel in the brain. Often strokes will lead to brain damage and in some instances, also death.
• Organ Damage. Kidney damage, liver damage and gallbladder damage can also cause Yaz-related deaths in certain instances.

Keep in mind that even blood clots that form on your legs or arms can make their way up to the vital organs. If you notice any painful swelling, bumps or numbness anywhere in your body, contact a doctor right away.

Anyone who takes Yaz birth control is at risk for blood clots and other side effects that could result in death. However, there is even more risk of Yaz-related deaths for the following people:

• Those suffering from hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Those who smoke more than 15 cigarettes per day
• Those with liver cancer
• Those with gallbladder disease
• Those over the age of 35

Yaz promises to eliminate PMS, acne, food cravings and other symptoms associated with the menstrual cycle. However, after being on the pill for one month or more, some women have ended up in hospital. Some have been put on disability due to the harmful Yaz side effects while others have not been so lucky – many women across the world have died due to Yaz birth control. Mothers have lost their daughters; husbands have lost their wives; and young women across the world have lost their opportunity to grow old due to Yasmin birth control.

If you have been impacted by the death of a loved one taking Yasmin birth control, speaking to a Yaz lawyer can help ensure you get the financial compensation you deserve. Although no amount of money will stop the pain and suffering, compensation can help with medical and treatment costs, funeral and burial costs and additional costs incurred from this tragic situation. Contact us today at 800-732-3070 or fill out our short online contact form for a free consultation and legal advice on how to handle your situation. There are no legal fees to worry about – we only get paid if you win your case.

Yaz Side Effects

Yasmin birth control was once thought to be a ‘miracle’ pill when it comes to treated premenstrual dysphonic disorder, moderate acne and aiding in the prevention of pregnancy. Never before have women felt completely protected from their method of birth control but also felt radiant throughout the month. Most women will suffer from some PMS symptoms whether it is painful cramping, bloating or food cravings. With Yasmin, the Bayer Pharmaceutical Company promised to alleviate all of these PMS side effects. However, what they forgot to mention is that taking Yasmin birth control comes with a whole new set of risks, some of them life threatening.

Every woman is different which means that their bodies will all react differently to certain drugs. However, below are some of the most common side effects reported by women across America who have been taking Yasmin birth control. While some women start noticing these symptoms right away, others may be on the birth control pill for years before they notice something is just not right. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms and are currently on, or have been taking, Yasmin birth control, then it is imperative that you contact a doctor as well as a Yasmin lawyer immediately:

• Hair loss
• Numbness is parts of the body
• Extreme weight gain or sudden weight loss
• Depression
• Emotional liability
• Decreased libido
• Headaches that are sudden or severe
• Unusual swelling or pain in the legs or arms
• Sharp or crushing chest pain
• Coughing up blood
• Eye problems such as blurred or double vision or complete loss of vision
• Pain in the back of the lower leg

All of these symptoms are common indications that Yasmin birth control is causing more harm than good. The reason is because of the synthetic hormone DRSP which can alter your blood flow, your potassium levels and your body’s ability to retain water, thus causing these painful and serious side effects. In addition to the above symptoms, severe Yaz side effects include the following:

• Heart attack
• Deep vein thrombosis
• Pulmonary embolism
• Kidney Damage
• Gallbladder Problems
• Liver Damage
• Arrhythmia
• Blood Clots
• Stroke
• Death

There are countless forums, websites and articles online discussing the harmful side effects of Yaz. Many women who have suffered from strokes, heart attacks and other serious health conditions are perfectly healthy, young, active, non smokers who thought they found the ‘miracle’ birth control pill.
If you or someone you love has been impacted by Yasmin birth control side effects, contact us for a free consultation about your legal rights. Our lawyers can provide you with the legal assistance needed during this complicated time and work on a contingency basis. Contact us today at 800-732-3070 or fill out our short online contact form for a free consultation and legal advice on how to handle your situation.

Yaz Warnings

You may have heard the various warnings for Yaz featured on the news across the world. More and more women are reporting serious side effects from using the oral contraceptive Yaz or Yasmin including Yaz stroke, Yaz deep vein thrombosis, Yaz heart attack and even Yaz deaths. The fact of the matter is this – although this birth control pill will protect against unwanted pregnancy, it also comes with serious side effects that are dangerous to your health and your life.

Yasmin DRSP Warnings

One of the biggest concerns surrounding Yasmin birth control is the ingredient drospirenone (DRSP) which is a synthetic type of progestin. DRSP may help with weight retention and bloating but it also can have these harmful side effects:

• Causes blood to thicken and thus an increase of the risk of blood clots. This can lead to heart attacks, DVT and strokes
• Causes an increase of the level of potassium (also known as hyperkalemia) which can result in heart failure and blood clots

When Yasmin first came out, there was no mention that DRSP may come with these harmful side effects. The advertisements led women to believe that DRSP was, in fact, the perfect hormone to cure all those annoying PMS symptoms. However, the truth of the matter is DRSP comes with plenty of downfalls which women are only now made aware of.

Yasmin FDA Warnings

Recently the Food and Drug Administration issued a letter to the Bayer Pharmaceutical Company, the manufacturers of Yaz, discussing their concerns about their manufacturing plant in Germany. It would appear that Yasmin not only can cause serious side effects, but it is also not up to the standards of the FDA in manufacturing as well. Some of the complaints listed on an August 5 2009 letter addressed to the Bayer Company include the following:

· “significant deviations from US current good manufacturing practices”

· “laboratory controls are deficient in that your firm has established procedures that allow for the averaging of out-of-specification (OOS) and within-specification analytical test results from separate samples”

· “quality management system fails to ensure that APIs manufactured and released by your firm meet established specifications”

· “The Quality Unit failed to maintain responsibility and authority to review and conduct investigations.

· “the firm failed to conduct adequate investigations that included scientific justification to support conclusions.”

· “the investigations did not include proper corrective actions.”

· “the firm failed to establish and follow adequate written procedures for cleaning and maintenance of equipment”

Contact a Yasmin Lawyer Today

Everyone has a right to know the warnings that come with taking a drug. The Bayer Pharmaceutical Company failed to provide these warnings and thus thousands of women have been negatively impacted. If you or someone you love has been affected by the devastating results of Yasmin birth control, there is no need to suffer in silence. We can help you through this complicated and upsetting situation. Contact us today at 800-732-3070 or fill out our short online contact form for a free consultation and legal advice on how to handle your situation. There are no legal fees to worry about – we only get paid if you win your case.

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