Depo-Provera Brain Tumor Lawsuit

Have you used Depo-Provera for birth control? Did you hear about Depo-Provera brain tumor lawsuits? There is evidence to suggest women who use this form of injectable birth control are at an increased risk of developing brain tumors. Despite the increased risk of brain tumors, Pfizer has not provided women with warnings of the risk. Women who used Depo-Provera and were diagnosed with a meningioma may be eligible to file a claim for compensation.

What Is Depo-Provera?

Depo-Provera is an injectable form of birth control. It is commonly referred to as the birth control shot. To prevent pregnancy, the patient gets an injection every three months.

Side Effects Associated With Depo-Provera

Many of the disclosed side effects of Depo-Provera are mild. Women who experience listed side effects do not qualify for a legal claim at this time. However, there may be additional side effects that patients have not been warned about. A failure to warn about dangerous side effects could lead to lawsuits against Depo-Provera.

Undisclosed Side Effects of Depo-Provera

Patients on Depo-Provera for a year or more may experience adverse health issues that were not disclosed as possible side effects. After taking this birth control for more than one year, patients may develop dangerous brain tumors, called meningiomas. Women taking Depo-Provera are 5 times more likely to develop this type of tumor.

Tumors Associated With Depo-Provera

Patients on Depo-Provera for more than a year may develop dangerous tumors known as meningiomas. Meningiomas develop in the brain or spine. Learn more about meningiomas on the cancer.gov website.

Meningioma Symptoms

Meningioma symptoms can be different depending on the tumor’s location. Common symptoms can include but are not limited to:

• vision changes
• loss of hearing or smell
• confusion
• seizures
• headaches that are worse in the morning

Again, the symptoms for meningiomas can be different depending on the location of the tumor. If you have meningioma symptoms, talk to your doctor. To link a meningioma to Depo-Provera you will first need a proper diagnosis from a qualified physician.

When Should I Talk To An Attorney?

If you have taken Depo-Provera OR Depo-SubQ Provera 104 for more than one year AND have been diagnosed with a meningioma, an attorney may be able to help you. A Depo-Provera brain tumor attorney can help you understand your rights and legal options with a free consultation.

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