Zantac Lawsuit
In October 2019, many noticed Zantac and generic versions of ranitidine disappeared from pharmacy store shelves despite the popularity of the heartburn medication with sales topping $220 million just in 2018.
In September 2019, the FDA announced the tests found low levels of a chemical called N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) in the heartburn medication. This contaminant is a probable cancer-causing substance. Zantac, sold by Sanof, was recalled by the manufacturer and ranitidine products are no longer available in the United States.
While FDA testing did not find unacceptable NDMA levels in all of the samples it tested, they found that the contaminant in some products builds up over time and when the product is stored at higher temperatures. Some reports indicate even short-term use of Zantac for a period of months may be enough to develop cancer as a result of NDMA.
If you or someone you love has taken Zantac in the past or you have been diagnosed with cancer after taking Zantac, an experienced Zantac lawyer at SteinLaw can help you review your legal options and determine if you have a claim.
Potential Dangers of NDMA and Zantac
NDMA is an unstable chemical and byproduct that’s found in everything from bacon to cigarettes. While it may not be harmful in small amounts, large doses of NDMA can be very toxic and cause serious symptoms, organ damage, and even cancer.
NDMA is also a probable carcinogen that’s linked to certain cancers such as liver cancer, colorectal cancer, stomach cancer, intestinal cancer, leukemia, and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Other side effects of NDMA can include:
- Reduced function of the lungs, kidneys, and liver
- Enlarged liver
- Abdominal cramps
- Vomiting and nausea
- Headache
- Jaundice
The FDA found that the amount of NDMA in Zantac exceeds the amount that can be safely ingested every day. After testing Zantac 150 tablets, the medication was found to contain NDMA at levels up to 3,000x higher than the daily intake limit. Elevated NDMA levels in ranitidine were first detected by an online pharmacy called Valisure which tests every medication batch it receives.
Unfortunately, the elevated levels of NDMA in Zantac and its generic versions isn’t caused by poor manufacturing processes but the fact that ranitidine is unstable and breaks down to form NDMA relatively easily in heat.
Zantac Lawsuits
Lawsuits against the manufacturers of Zantac allege that Zantac contains a cancer-causing chemical (NDMA) and that the manufacturer was aware of the link between cancer and ranitidine since the 1980s. If you have taken Zantac, you may be eligible to make a claim against the manufacturer for damages.
You may be eligible to file a personal injury lawsuit against the manufacturer of Zantac if you were diagnosed with cancer and took Zantac. This type of claim allows you to potentially recover the maximum compensation for the injury you have suffered. The experienced SteinLaw lawyers will help you through the entire legal process.
Contact a Zantac Injury Lawyer
Have you or a loved one taken Zantac in the past? Have you been diagnosed with cancer or you are concerned about the potential harm you may have suffered? SteinLaw provides free Zantac case evaluations to help you explore your legal options.
If you decide to pursue a claim against the manufacturer of Zantac, you will pay nothing out-of-pocket for experienced legal representation as we fight for the compensation you deserve.
Contact SteinLaw today to schedule your free consultation with a compassionate Zantac Injury lawyer who will aggressively pursue the fair compensation you deserve for developing a serious condition, such as cancer, from a bad drug.
