Depo-Provera Lawsuit
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Recent studies have linked Depo-Provera, a contraceptive manufactured by Pfizer, to higher risks of developing meningiomas, or brain tumors that are typically benign.
Despite usually not being cancerous, meningiomas can cause disruptive symptoms, grow to become life-threatening, and may require risky or invasive surgery to remove.
If you’ve developed a brain tumor after long-term use of Depo-Provera, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit. Contact The Lanier Law Firm today for a free consultation.
Depo-Provera Lawsuits: A Timeline
October 1, 2024: Kristina Schmidt filed suit against Pfizer Inc. and others in California federal court. It is the first lawsuit over the link between Depo-Provera and the risk of developing brain tumors. Schmidt claimed Pfizer and Depo-Provera’s previous owners knew or should have known about the contraceptive’s heightened risk of meningioma development for decades but failed to warn users.
According to the complaint, Schmidt began taking Depo-Provera in 2005 and continued to use it through 2021. She claimed she developed severe headaches and vertigo before being diagnosed with a meningioma in June 2022, requiring brain surgery later that year.
March 27, 2024: The British Medical Journal published a French study linking long-term use of Depo-Provera to an increased risk of developing meningiomas. While the study also found heightened risks associated with two hormonal pills, prolonged Depo-Provera use was associated with a roughly 5.6 times higher risk of meningioma.
In a statement to The Guardian, Pfizer acknowledged the risks demonstrated by the study and claimed it would work with regulatory agencies to update its product labels and patient information.
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What Is Depo-Provera?
Depo-Provera, the brand name for medroxyprogesterone acetate, is an injectable contraceptive used roughly every three months. Depo-Provera is also commonly used to treat hormonal and menstrual conditions.
Roughly one in four women surveyed by the National Center for Health Statistics between 2015 and 2019 said they had used Depo-Provera before, according to a 2023 study. The data included interviews with more than 10,000 women who said they had experienced sexual intercourse with a man at least once.
What Is The Tumor Risk of Depo-Provera?
In March 2024, the British Medical Journal published a French study linking prolonged use of Depo-Provera to the development of brain tumors. The study, which looked at more than 18,000 women who had surgery to remove meningiomas, found that patients who used Depo-Provera for more than a year were more than five times as likely to have developed them.
Pfizer has acknowledged the BMJ study and claimed it would update its product labels and patient information in response. However, as of October 14, the pharmaceutical giant’s online guide does not currently include any information about the risks of developing brain tumors.
Other studies have identified a link between meningiomas and similar substances to Depo-Provera in 2022 and to Depo-Provera specifically in 2023.
Pfizer is simply not doing enough to warn patients about the risks of Depo-Provera. If you or a loved one was diagnosed with a meningioma after long-term use of Depo-Provera, you might be able to file a lawsuit. Contact The Lanier Law Firm today to discuss your case with our nationally-recognized attorneys.
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Depo-Provera Frequently Asked Questions
At least one plaintiff has already filed a federal court suit against Pfizer and others over developing a meningioma after long-term use of Depo-Provera. We expect to see more lawsuits filed soon, which could lead to a Multi-District Litigation, which is similar to a more commonly-known class action.
Any woman who used Depo-Provera or one of its authorized generic versions multiple times and was later diagnosed with a meningioma should be eligible for a brain tumor lawsuit. If you have used the medications for a prolonged period, you are more likely to have a valid claim.
Claimants from Alabama, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Texas may encounter additional legal issues.
If you are uncertain about your eligibility, please contact us for a free consultation.
Possibly. The answer will likely depend on your state’s application of a so-called “discovery rule.” Lanier Law Firm can help you find the answer.
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Let us put our experience and skills to work for you and recover the compensation you deserve. Contact us today for a free consultation.
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