Who Should Not Take Depo-Provera?

The Depo-Provera birth control shot is only available by prescription. When you choose this option, discuss its benefits and drawbacks with your physician. You should also read the inserts that accompany your prescription. It should contain prescribing and dosing information and indicate any contraindications or potentially dangerous medication interactions. 

If you were prescribed the Depo-Provera shot as a form of birth control and suffered from an adverse reaction due to a failure to disclose its risk factors, you could be eligible for financial recovery. Depo Provera lawyers in your area are building claims for women who took depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) and suffered side effects, such as developing a meningioma. Many will review your claim for free and describe your options for compensation. 

What Should You Tell Your Doctor Before Taking Depo-Provera?

Before your doctor prescribes Depo-Provera, they will take a complete medical history and ask about your health and any medications you are currently taking. They could refuse the Depo shot if you are already pregnant or have:

• Unexplained vaginal bleeding
• Liver disease
• Diagnosed breast cancer
• A history of blood clots

Your overall health plays a vital role in any medications you take. A doctor may recommend alternative birth control methods for women with these conditions.

Are There Any Known Detriments to the Depo-Provera Shot?

Like all medications, the Depo-Provera shot can have risks and side effects, including irregular menstrual cycles and difficulty conceiving if you decide to stop taking it. Plus, continued use means repeated trips to the doctor’s office since a healthcare professional must administer the shot. 

Again, speak to your physician about your health and life goals to ensure you make the right choice for you.

What Are Some of the Known Side Effects of Depo-Provera?

Mayo Clinic research cites one of the most common side effects of the shot as irregular monthly menstrual periods, with many women eventually reporting no periods at all. Depo-Provera’s known adverse side effects include:

• Decreased sex drive
• Dizziness and headaches
• Depression and nervousness

Report these symptoms to your doctor right away. The shot might also lead to a loss of bone mineral density, which could put you at risk of developing osteoporosis.

What Are the Most Serious Side Effects of the Depo-Provera Birth Control Shot?

The Depo-Provera contraceptive injection shot has also been connected to many seriously adverse medical conditions, including:

• Blood clots
• Breast cancer
• Ovarian cysts

In addition, women are suing the makers of Depo-Provera for failure to disclose the risks of developing a meningioma brain tumor. This type of tumor is typically (but not always) benign. 

What Can You Do if You Develop a Brain Tumor After Taking Depo-Provera?

If you received at least two shots of Depo-Provera and later received a brain tumor diagnosis, you could be entitled to compensation. You must have received one of the following brands of the Depo shot:

• Depo‐Provera (manufactured by Pfizer)
• Depo‐SubQ Provera (manufactured by Pfizer)
• Pharmacia & Upjohn Company LLC (generic)
• Greenstone LLC (generic)
• A‐S Medication Solutions (generic)
• Prasco Laboratories (generic)
• Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc. (generic)

If you meet the eligibility criteria, a lawyer in your area will describe how you can join others in requesting damages by filing a mass tort lawsuit.

What Compensation Can You Sue for If You Develop a Brain Tumor?

Diagnosing, treating, and recovering from a cancer diagnosis can be costly. The maker of Depo-Provera failed to disclose the risks of a brain tumor to its consumers. This breach is considered negligence and could entitle you to the following recoverable damages:

• Current and future medical bills
• Current and future lost wages
• Loss of future earning capacity
• Physical pain and suffering
• Mental anguish and emotional distress
• Loss of enjoyment of life

If a loved one succumbed to a meningioma, your family could be entitled to financial compensation with a wrongful death claim. If warranted, your lawyer may also request punitive damages.

What Happens When You Join a Depo-Provera Mass Tort Lawsuit?

A mass tort claim brings multiple plaintiffs (injured parties) together to file a claim against a defendant (at-fault party) for the same or similar negative outcome. Each plaintiff seeks a unique-to-them settlement amount. 

All cases will be consolidated and handled by one law firm, and the lawyers will negotiate on behalf of all plaintiffs. Having a lawyer handle your claim rather than going it alone can ensure your case meets all the required legal parameters.

A Depo-Provera Attorney Can File Your Lawsuit on Time

When filing a product liability lawsuit, you generally have two years to comply with the statute of limitations, according to Florida Statutes § 95.11. The court could refuse your lawsuit if the filing deadline expires, leaving you with no further legal recourse. If a lawyer represents you, they will file your lawsuit on time.

A Lawyer Can Take on the Depo-Provera Manufacturers and Insurance Companies

A law firm in your area will evaluate your claim for free, evaluate its merits, and describe the best legal strategy for you. Your lawyer will take the following actions on your behalf:

• Consult with medical and medication experts
• Handle the insurance company and court documents
• Build a comprehensive collection of evidence
• Clarify complex legal and insurance language
• Negotiate the best possible financial settlement
• Keep you updated as your case moves forward

Depo-Provera lawyers typically work on contingency, so you will not incur any out-of-pocket costs. Instead, the law firm will cover any upfront costs and receive a preapproved percentage of your recovered damages as compensation. Plus, you will not owe the law firm any fees if you do not recover damages.

Explore Your Compensation Options If You Took Depo-Provera

If you or someone you love received a meningioma brain tumor diagnosis after using the Depo-Provera shot, we can help you get compensation for your medical bills and more. If you were among the people who should not take Depo-Provera or did not receive notice about its side effects, you could qualify for compensation.

Learn more about your rights by contacting our Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers consultation team to get your free claim review.