Depo-Provera & Meningioma Lawyers

Have you used the Depo-Provera injection for birth control for more than one year? Have you been diagnosed with meningioma since taking Depo-Provera?

A recent investigation uncovered a possible link between Depo-Provera and meningioma, a type of tumor that forms in the brain and spinal cord. When releasing the product, the pharmaceutical company did not disclose this potential side effect to medical professionals or consumers.

Depending on your situation, you may be eligible to file a claim against Pfizer for any harm or losses you have experienced. If you have reason to believe the Depo-Provera injection may have harmed you, don’t hesitate to reach out to a law firm that specializes in drug and pharmaceutical lawsuits.

Our attorneys at Shrader & Associates have the skill and expertise to help you get the justice you deserve.

What Is Depo-Provera?

Depo-Provera is an injectable form of contraception or birth control. A healthcare provider injects it directly into a muscle once every three months.

It contains medroxyprogesterone, a form of the hormone progesterone. It prevents ovulation, the release of an egg from the ovaries, and alters the cervical mucus and the uterine lining. Even if an egg is released, the sperm will have a more difficult time reaching the egg, and even if the sperm reaches the egg, the fertilized egg will have difficulty attaching to the uterine wall.

Since it is not recommended for use for longer than two years, this birth control method is usually prescribed for women who are unable to use other forms of birth control. However, a recent study published in March, 2024, in the BMJ reported that medroxyprogesterone acetate may increase the risk of users developing intracranial meningiomas by 5.6 times, especially if used for more than one year.

What Is Meningioma?

Meningiomas are tumors in the meningeal tissue around the brain and spinal cord. Most meningiomas are benign, meaning they are not harmful and are typically slow-growing tumors. Only 25% show rapid growth. If they do grow, they will begin to compress adjacent brain or spinal cord tissue, which can lead to symptoms including:

• Fainting
• Seizures
• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Headaches
• Difficulty walking
• Sensory changes
• Cognitive changes
• Vision, hearing, or speech impairments
• Personality changes or behavioral disturbances

Talk to your doctor if you have taken Depo-Provera and are experiencing symptoms that could indicate meningioma. Your doctor may recommend further testing, including blood tests, CTs, MRIs, or PET scans.

Meningioma is typically treated with surgery to remove the tumor or radiation, both of which carry different risks for complications. If not treated early, meningioma can lead to more severe complications.

Can I Take Legal Action?

Manufacturers, such as Pfizer, should be held responsible for warning healthcare providers and consumers about the potential risks of using their products.

If you received Depo-Provera or a similar form of birth control shot and were later diagnosed with meningioma, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit. To qualify, you must meet specific criteria, such as:

• You must have used injectable Depo-Provera, intramuscular or subcutaneous (not oral).
• The product you used must have contained a particular type of hormone.
• You must have developed meningioma after using the product.
• You must have taken at least four doses.
• You must have used it after 1992.

If you think you qualify, consult our experienced attorneys at Shrader & Associates for a free case evaluation.

What Compensation Am I Eligible for?

As of October 2024, lawyers are still investigating cases involving Depo-Provera and meningioma, and no settlements or jury verdicts have been reported yet. However, you may be eligible for compensation for:

• Medical treatments for your meningioma
• Future medical expenses resulting from a brain injury
• Loss of future income due to your medical condition or disability
• Lost wages due to missed work
• Past and future pain and suffering

To file a suit related to Depo-Provera use, contact a law firm specializing in drug and pharmaceutical lawsuits as soon as possible. You have a limited amount of time to file a lawsuit, and the time for filing begins when symptoms appear. The statutes of limitations for filing vary from state to state, so it is crucial to consult an attorney promptly to preserve your legal right to file a claim.

If you or someone you love has used Depo-Provera and is facing a meningioma diagnosis or other health challenges, don’t navigate this journey alone. Reach out to our experienced lawyers at Shrader & Associates for clarification of your rights and a free comprehensive legal evaluation. Your well-being is our priority.

Sources:

• Depo-Provera Injection: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects – Drugs.com
• Use of progestogens and the risk of intracranial meningioma: national case-control study | The BMJ
• Meningioma: A Review of Epidemiology, Pathology, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Future Directions (mdpi.com)
• Misleading Article Linking Progesterone to Brain Meningiomas – American Institute of Integrative Oncology