Is Your Kidney Damage From Yaz?
Can oral contraceptives known as birth control pills cause kidney problems? Numerous reports by American consumers reveal that one pill in particular can cause serious health problems in many parts of the body.
Yaz, the brand name for drosperinone, is the hot new pill on the market today. In fact, it is the most popular birth control pill in the world. But this new oral contraceptive is also a dangerous one, and women should be aware of the risks before taking this drug.
Known as a combined oral contraceptive, this birth control pill combines drosperinone (a synthetic progesterone) with ethynyl estradiol (a bio-active estrogen). It prevents pregnancy by stopping ovulation, changing cervical mucus, and altering the uterine lining.
The pill is produced and marketed by Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals, the famous German pharmaceutical company known for Bayer aspirin. In 2001, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the product for use in the United States. Currently Bayer’s most popular drug, the drosperinone contraceptive has become a very controversial topic, with startling reports of illness, injury, and death.
In addition to damaged kidneys, drosperinone is known to cause a number of other health issues, including deep vein thrombosis (DVT); heart attack; stroke, liver damage; cervical cancer; breast lumps; elevated potassium levels; and severe allergic reactions.
In addition to serving as a birth control method, drosperinone is often used to treat premenstrual dysphonic disorder (PMDD), a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). It is also prescribed for acne, in moderate cases. The drug goes by several other well-known names, including Yasmin, Yasmine, and Ocella.
Women who take drosperinone may experience problems with their kidneys if they already have adrenal gland disorder, liver damage, or related conditions. To minimize their risks, women should share their complete medical history with their doctor before using this contraceptive pill.
Proper medical treatment requires an awareness of the signs and symptoms of kidney stones and related health problems. The most common signs are bloody, cloudy, or foul-smelling urine; urgent or painful urination; fever and chills; nausea and vomiting; and pain in the groin, side, or back (below the ribs).
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms as the result of taking Yaz, Yasmin, Yasmine, or Ocella, you have rights. Fill out the web form on this page to contact an attorney. Your case will be evaluated to determine if you qualify to file a lawsuit against Bayer Healthcare.
