For decades, millions of Americans have taken Zantac (ranitidine) to help with heartburn, indigestion, and other gastrointestinal complaints, both as an over-the-counter drug and in prescription form. However, evidence has recently surfaced that ranitidine can develop dangerous levels of N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) after exposure to heat, prompting the FDA to request that all manufacturers withdraw ranitidine medications from the market.
NDMA is defined as a probable carcinogen, and it poses a serious threat to human health when taken in large amounts over a period of time. If you believe that you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer due to taking contaminated Zantac, our dangerous drug lawyers at Gatti, Keltner, Bienvenu & Montesi, can help you with the process of filing a personal injury lawsuit against the responsible manufacturer. Contact our Memphis Zantac lawyers today at 901-526-2126 to get started with a free consultation.
Why Is Zantac Dangerous?
While there are trace amounts of NDMA in some of the foods we eat and products we use, this compound has been shown to cause serious side effects and even cancer with long-term exposure. The human body can only process approximately 0.096 micrograms of NDMA each day, which means that food and drug companies have a responsibility to screen for excess NDMA contamination and ensure that their products are safe for mass consumption. If you have been exposed to high levels of NDMA from Zantac, our Memphis attorneys can help you pursue damages for the following conditions:
- Cancer
- Chronic headaches and migraines
- Liver damage and reduced liver functioning
- Internal bleeding
- Nausea, vomiting, and indigestion
In the case of Zantac, however, the problem is much more severe than just NDMA contamination: In June 2019, online pharmacy and independent lab Valisure discovered that the ranitidine molecule is inherently unstable. This finding prompted the company to file an official Citizens’ Petition with the FDA and ask that all ranitidine products be recalled from shelves and pharmacy counters. In January 2020, another testing lab known as Emery Pharma found that even after Zantac has been packaged, it can develop increased NDMA levels with exposure to high heat.
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How Can I Seek Compensation for Zantac Injuries?
In April 2020, the FDA told all pharmaceutical companies and drug manufacturers to pull ranitidine medications from the market due to the risk of cancer. Unfortunately, Zantac has long been one of the most popular drugs in America–and while most ranitidine drug manufacturers may have stopped selling their products at this point, the damage has already been done.
Whether you file an individual defective drug lawsuit or join mass tort litigation against a major pharmaceutical manufacturer like Sanofi (the maker of name-brand Zantac), it may be possible to seek compensation for your losses. Reach out to our Memphis lawyers today for help with your Zantac injury case.
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