When Was Depo-Provera Banned?

In 1978, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned Depo-Provera as a birth control method in the U.S. over concerns about its possible carcinogenic and other potentially harmful side effects. The FDA later approved Depo-Provera for contraceptive use in 1992 despite remaining concerns about its negative side effects.

Our Depo-Provera lawsuit lawyers are currently building nationwide claims for women who relied on the shot and were later diagnosed with a meningioma brain tumor. If you or a loved one received a meningioma diagnosis after taking the Depo shot, you could qualify for compensation. Many personal injury law firms will offer a free consultation to learn more about you, your current health, and your potential eligibility.

What Are the Current Concerns About Depo-Provera’s Side Effects?

While Depo-Provera is an effective form of birth control, it has some concerning side effects, such as an increased risk of developing the following:

• Osteoporosis due to a loss of bone mineral density
• Blood clots that could lead to painful swelling or heart attacks
• Breast cancer, which could require costly medical treatment
• Hair loss or hair growth in undesirable areas
• Abdominal pain, including a risk of ectopic pregnancy
• A meningioma brain tumor, which is often—but not always—benign

If you developed one or more of these medical conditions after taking Depo-Provera injections, you could be entitled to compensation from the drug’s manufacturer.

What Should You Do if You Experience Side-Effects From Depo-Provera Injections?

Prompt medical care provides the definitive diagnosis Depo-Provera users need. It will allow you to receive the immediate and long-term care necessary for optimal physical recovery. 

A definitive diagnosis, including a link between your current health and your Depo-Provera use, is important if you are seeking financial compensation. If a personal injury attorney represents you, they can work with your current healthcare team to obtain your medical records and bills. They will also consult medical specialists and experts to support your injury claim.

Why Are Patients With Meningioma Tumors Suing Depo-Provera Manufacturers?

A 2024 study in The British Medical Journal (BMJ) cited a correlation between the active ingredient in Depo-Provera (medroxyprogesterone acetate—a synthetic hormone similar to the naturally occurring hormone progesterone) and later development of a meningioma brain tumor.

According to the Cleveland Clinic, hormonal factors are one potential cause of meningiomas. Depo-Provera users who were not fully warned about the risks of developing a brain tumor are seeking compensation for the manufacturer’s failure to disclose. 

You may qualify to join a mass tort lawsuit if your brain tumor diagnosis came after you were prescribed and received at least two Depo-Provera shots. 

What Versions of Depo-Provera Are Linked to Injection DNA Brain Tumors?

Multiple versions of the Depo-Provera shot are linked to meningioma tumors. Users of Depo-Provera or Depo-SubQ Provera could be eligible for upcoming mass torts claims against Pfizer.

Patients who received authorized generic forms of the drug from the following manufacturers could also be eligible for compensation:

• Greenstone LLC
• Prasco Laboratories
• A‐S Medication Solutions
• Pharmacia & Upjohn Company LLC 
• Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.

If you join an upcoming mass tort claim, you can seek financial compensation for your injuries and related expenses and losses. A personal injury lawyer in your area can help you assess, document, and fight for your financial recovery.

What Types of Damages Are Depo-Provera Patients Requesting?

Compensation for Depo-Provera clients includes economic and non-economic damages. Your Depo-Provera lawsuit attorney can help you request the following:

• Current and future medical bills
• Rehabilitation and therapy bills
• Treatment-related travel costs
• Current and future lost wages
• Loss of future earning potential 
• Physical pain and suffering
• Disfigurement or impairment
• Mental and emotional anguish

Every Depo-Provera claim has a unique value. Your lawyer will assess your damages and fight for your optimal financial recovery. They will field settlement offers and make counteroffers until they reach a fair settlement.

How Long Do You Have to File a Depo-Provera Brain Tumor Lawsuit?

Patients are filing Depo-Provera lawsuits nationwide, meaning the statute of limitations (filing deadline) can vary. The date your brain tumor was diagnosed, or the date you discovered its connection to Depo-Provera can also affect the filing deadline.

The statute of limitations is a complex part of mass tort claims. The best way to understand the applicable date and the mandatory compliance is to let your lawyer handle it for you. They will file your Depo-Provera lawsuit on time and with the appropriate court.

Is it Worth Hiring a Depo-Provera Lawyer or Joining a Mass Tort Lawsuit?

Mass tort claims bring multiple plaintiffs together to pursue damages from the same defendant(s). By joining a mass tort, your individual case remains intact while being handled alongside others. If a lawyer represents you, they can:

• Assess your potential compensation individually
• Negotiate with the insurance adjuster for you
• Communicate effectively on your behalf 
• Fight hard to negotiate the best possible financial outcome for you

You and other injured Depo-Provera users are entitled to financial recovery. A single mass tort claim allows you to fight together for the compensation you need and deserve to start rebuilding your life.

How Much Do Personal Injury Lawyers Cost?

You do not have to take on a huge drug manufacturer or their insurance company on your own. Most personal injury lawyers work on contingency. They will cover all the upfront costs of your claim, you will pay nothing out of your pocket, and they will receive a percentage of your financial compensation. If your case does not result in a financial award, you will not owe any legal fees. 

Get a No-Cost, No-Obligation Review of Your Depo-Provera Claim

If you or a loved one was diagnosed with an injectable DNA brain tumor after receiving two or more Depo-Provera injections, you could be eligible for compensation. Our law firm is forming mass tort claims for injured users right now.

Learn more about the Depo-Provera ban and how its undisclosed side effects could entitle you to financial recovery. Contact our consultation team at Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers for your free claim review.

Depo-Provera FAQ:

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