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ZANTAC® LAWSUIT

If you were diagnosed with cancer after using Zantac®️, or another heartburn medication, contact us now to see if you qualify for financial compensation.

Zantac® at a Glance: What You Need to Know

  • Have You Been Diagnosed With Cancer After Taking Zantac®?

    If you’ve taken a ranitidine drug, commonly known as Zantac®, and have since been diagnosed with prostate, pancreatic, esophageal, stomach, breast, liver, bladder, colorectal, intestinal, kidney, or lung cancer, you may be entitled to receive substantial compensation.

  • What Is the Legal Issue With Zantac®?

    Allegations have been made that the manufacturers of ranitidine drugs, including Zantac®, knew about the risks for cancer but failed to inform health care professionals and patients.

  • Should I File a Lawsuit?

    If you have been diagnosed with cancer after taking Zantac® (ranitidine), filing a lawsuit can help you get the money you need and deserve for your medical bills, pain and suffering, and other losses.

  • What If I Can’t Afford a Lawyer?

    The Wolf Pack™ at Phillip S. Georges, PLLC and our partner law firms are dedicated to helping people affected by Zantac® file lawsuits. It costs nothing to find out if you qualify, and you won't pay a dime unless we put money in YOUR pocket.

Zantac® Lawsuit

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently alerted health care professionals and patients that ranitidine, the active ingredient in Zantac®, has been found to contain dangerous levels of the known carcinogen, NDMA.

Lawsuits are being filed across the country claiming that the manufacturer of Zantac®, Sanofi-Aventis, knew that there were risks of cancer associated with the widely used heartburn drug and failed to warn the public, putting the health and lives of millions of people at risk.

If you have taken a ranitidine drug, such as Zantac®, and been diagnosed with cancer, please know that you have rights. Contact The Wolf Pack™ at Phillip S. Georges, PLLC today to find out if you qualify for a Zantac® lawsuit. We’re ready to help you fight for the justice and compensation you’re owed.

Why The Wolf Pack™?

We Make Getting Legal Help Easy

Fighting cancer due to a drug that you trusted to help you is incredibly devastating. That’s why our goal is to make getting the legal help you need as easy as possible. One call or click is all it takes to contact The Wolf Pack™ and find out if you qualify!

A Fierce Partner On Your Side

Filing a lawsuit against big drug makers isn’t easy, but you don’t have to do it alone. With the full force of The Wolf Pack™ and our vast network of experienced attorneys on your side, you’ll have a fierce partner in the fight to protect your rights.

We Don’t Get Paid Unless You Do

You never have to worry about upfront legal fees, and you won’t owe a penny unless a successful outcome is reached for your case. There’s no risk and no obligation.

How To Get Started with Your Zantac®️ Lawsuit

If you’ve taken over-the-counter or prescription ranitidine drugs, known as Zantac®, and have been diagnosed with prostate, pancreatic, esophageal, stomach, breast, liver, bladder, colorectal, intestinal, kidney, or lung cancer, you may qualify for a Zantac® lawsuit. Don’t wait to contact The Wolf Pack™ to find out your legal options today.

To get started, all you have to do is contact us for a no-obligation case evaluation. One of our specialists may reach out to you for more information. If we believe you qualify, we’ll connect you with an experienced Zantac® lawyer who is ready to demand justice on your behalf.

If you were diagnosed with cancer after using Zantac®, or another heartburn medication, knowing how to proceed can be incredibly difficult. Big drug companies, like the manufacturers of Zantac®, are powerful and likely have an army of lawyers on their side. Having an experienced lawyer who knows how to handle these types of cases will help even the playing field and give you the best chance of receiving the money you need and deserve. The Wolf Pack™ and our industry experts are committed to protecting the rights of consumers, and you can trust that we’ll fight tooth and nail for you.

The Wolf Pack™ at Phillip S. Georges, PLLC wholeheartedly believes that every individual has a right to quality legal representation when their rights are being threatened. That’s why we work on a contingency basis. Consultations are always free. There are no upfront costs and no hidden fees. In fact, there are no fees at all if you don’t get paid.

 

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Zantac® and NDMA

Recently, investigations by the FDA discovered that ranitidine medicines, including the widely used brand-name drug Zantac®, contain unacceptable levels of NDMA, or N-nitrosodimethylamine, a chemical considered to be a probable carcinogen in humans.

First detected by online laboratory and pharmacy company, Valisure, ranitidine is believed to convert to NDMA once ingested. Further investigation by the FDA determined that levels of NDMA can increase over time due to body temperature or storage in higher-than-normal temperatures.

Testing has shown more than 3 million nanograms of NDMA per tablet, which is significantly more than the amount determined to be safe by the FDA. Valisure issued a petition to the FDA that all over-the-counter and prescription ranitidine products be recalled, and the FDA has now requested that manufacturers pull all ranitidine drugs, including Zantac, from the market immediately, as the drug has been found to pose a public health risk.

Recall-Related Emails Were Allegedly Destroyed by the Makers of Zantac®

In May 2021, according to Drug Safety News, attorneys representing more than 70,000 former Zantac® consumers accused Sanofi of destroying emails connected to the 2019 Zantac® recall in a court filing. The head of regulatory affairs for Zantac’s U.S.Consumer Health Division, Michael Bailey, was one of the Sanofi employees whose emails were destroyed. As Bailey is a key player in the case and the emails were allegedly directly related to the recall of this dangerous drug, Sanofi depositions have either been delayed and/or postponed. A spokesperson from the company announced they are looking for the emails and will release a report on their investigation in August 2021. The attorneys representing the Zantac® consumers have asked the court for an extension of trial preparation time due to the email-related delays.

Complications of NDMA in Zantac®

Overexposure to the chemical NDMA found in ranitidine products, known as Zantac®, has been linked to cancer and can also cause a number of serious complications including but not limited to:

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Fever
  • Jaundice
  • Cramps
  • Dizziness
  • Liver failure
  • Damage to lung and kidney function

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Manufacturers Failed to Warn About the Health Risks

Lawsuits are now being filed across the country against Zantac’s® maker, Sanofi, alleging that the company knew the drug could produce dangerous levels of NDMA.

While drug manufacturers have a legal responsibility to warn consumers of any known health risks associated with their products, plaintiffs claim that Sanofi did not properly warn them about the presence of NDMA and the potential cancer risk.

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Don’t Wait to Find Out If You Qualify for a Zantac® Cancer Lawsuit

The sooner you contact The Wolf Pack™, the sooner you can take steps towards the justice and compensation you deserve!

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Zantac® Lawsuit FAQs

Ranitidine is the name for the drug marketed under the brand name Zantac®. Most commonly used to treat and prevent heartburn, ranitidine medications have been available in both prescription and over-the-counter versions. The drug has also been used to treat stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and conditions that cause too much stomach acid.

The FDA recently requested that all manufacturers remove prescription and over-the-counter ranitidine products from the market and advised consumers to stop taking any ranitidine tablets or liquid medications they currently have.

To date, a number of companies have issued recalls, including Sanofi, which announced a voluntary recall of all over-the-counter Zantac® tablets. Pharmacies including Walmart, CVS, and Walgreens have also halted sales of ranitidine medications over the health concerns.

For further information on the latest recalls, you can visit the FDA’s website.

If you’ve developed cancer after taking Zantac® (ranitidine), you may be wondering if filing a Zantac® lawsuit is worth it. As a consumer, you have rights and when big drug companies, like Sanofi and others, put their bottom line before your health and safety, they should be held responsible.

If you’ve been affected by the large drug maker, filing a lawsuit won’t change the pain you’ve been forced to endure, but it can provide the financial support you need to cope with your losses and give you the peace of mind to begin moving forward.

You deserve justice and The Wolf Pack™ is here to help you demand what you’re owed. You could be entitled to substantial compensation to cover losses including but not limited to:

  • Medical bills.
  • Pain and suffering.
  • Lost wages and lost potential future earnings.
  • Loss of consortium.
  • Emotional damages.
  • Death benefits if you have lost a loved one.
  • Punitive damages.

Zantac® (ranitidine) was found in independent laboratory testing to contain unsafe levels of a cancer-causing chemical called NDMA. After a number of tests confirmed these findings, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ordered that ranitidine medications, including Zantac®, be immediately removed from the market and advised all consumers to immediately stop taking the drug.

It has been alleged that Sanofi and other manufacturers of ranitidine medications, like Zantac®, knew about the health risks and failed to warn consumers. As such, lawsuits are currently being filed against the drugmakers and they could be held liable for any harm their products have caused consumers. People who have been diagnosed with cancer after taking Zantac® may be able to receive significant compensation to cover their medical bills and other losses related to their cancer diagnosis.

NDMA, or N-Nitrosodimethylamine, is a chemical considered by the FDA and Environmental Protection Agency to be a probable human carcinogen because it can change the DNA of those who are exposed to it. It’s present in many safe products and even in nature, but only in small amounts. In some ranitidine batches, NDMA levels were found to be between 3,000 and 26,000 times higher than what is considered safe for consumption by the FDA.

Ongoing studies by the FDA discovered that ranitidine can convert into NDMA in normal storage conditions, such as those during distribution and consumer homes, and especially in higher temperatures.

On February 6th, 2020, federal judges moved 15 Zantac® lawsuits to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. When similar lawsuits are consolidated, it is known as a multidistrict litigation (MDL). This is typically done to make pretrial processes easier and more effective when there are many lawsuits filed against the same defendants.

The formation of an MDL also allows potentially thousands more people who have also developed cancer after taking Zantac® to join the pending litigation. While the judge may select several individual lawsuits from the MDL to proceed in a formal trial, it is more likely that you would never have to go to court should the drug companies agree on a fair amount to settle all of the lawsuits.

With lawsuits against major drug corporations, compensation is awarded when a settlement is reached with the company in question or a jury verdict is issued. Zantac® litigation is at the beginning and is continuing to grow every day but, at this point in time, it is difficult to predict exactly how much compensation you may be able to receive by filing a lawsuit.

However, drug manufacturers have a legal responsibility to warn consumers of any risks associated with their products. Ranitidine manufacturers never warned consumers about the increased risk of cancer, so if you or someone you love has been diagnosed with cancer after regularly taking Zantac®, you could be entitled to significant compensation to cover your medical bills and other losses. To find out more about the ongoing Zantac® litigation and your legal options, contact The Wolf Pack™ today to speak with an experienced Zantac® lawyer!

Are You Fighting Cancer After Taking Zantac®?

Don’t leave the money you may be entitled to up to chance. Contact Phillip S. Georges, PLLC today to find out if you qualify!

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