Dangerous Drug and Recall News

Much has been made recently regarding the growing number of reports of serious side effects developing in women who were using Yaz, Yasmin or Ocella.  This line of products can be confusing for many given the similar names and similar functions each are meant to execute.  Therefore, many Ocella lawyers are starting to field inquiries regarding the difference between Yaz and Ocella, and they are explained below.

1.  The Usual Progression

Ocella hit the market recently and well after Yasmin and Yaz were released to the public.  Basically, Ocella is a ‘generic’ form of Yaz, which means that while the active ingredients are mostly similar as are the main purposes for using the drug, there are slight differences that supposedly make the generic version less expensive.  Ocella is basically the latest example of this progression in the pharmaceutical world.

2.  The Manufacturers

Both Yasmin and Yaz are manufactured by Bayer Healthcare, one of the true giants of the industry.  However, in recent years, Barr Laboratories sued for the right to basically invalidate the patent that Bayer Healthcare held on the formula that comprises Yaz and Yasmin and won.  Therefore, they were able to formulate their own product and release it to the public under its own name.

3.  The Formulas

While the formulas are very similar, there are enough differences between them that their effects can vary somewhat depending on the individual using them.  No one is sure how these slight differences will affect any particular patient, but many women report different reactions.

What is not different between Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella is the side effect risk.  These drugs have shown a tendency to lead to side effects that include kidney damage, heart attacks, strokes and even death.  Lawsuits have been filed around the country, and a report recently indicated that Bayer Healthcare had been served with nearly 75 claims after women had developed side effects after using their products.

Therefore, if you have used Yaz, Yasmin or Ocella or even any combination of the three and you’ve suffered from side effects as a result, you need to contact an Ocella lawyer at the Phillips National Injury Group today to schedule a free initial consultation.