Zantac Cancer Lawsuits

If you take Zantac for heartburn, you might be surprised to find it’s not available anymore. Many people are asking – why is Zantac no longer available? In this article, we explore what happened with Zantac. Additionally, we look at who might qualify for a Zantac cancer lawsuit.

What Is Zantac?

Zantac is a popular heartburn medication. As a prescription, Zantac was first approved in 1983. Then, in 1996, an over-the-counter version of Zantac was available without a prescription. For many people, Zantac is essential to control their heartburn.

Heartburn Medication Pulled From Stores

But, in 2019 independent labs found large amounts of NDMA in products that use ranitidine. Then the FDA stepped in to investigate. The FDA found NDMA levels were higher than normal, but still below what is dangerous. Still, the FDA issued a recall on Zantac and other ranitidine medications.

FDA Zantac Recall

The FDA issued voluntary recalls of several lots of medications with ranitidine. The recall included certain lots of prescription Zantac. This led to more testing, which led to a terrible discovery. NDMA contamination went undiscovered for years.

NDMA Causes Cancer

Studies prove NDMA causes certain types of cancer. While minimal exposure might be okay, repeated exposure increases the risk of cancer. In this situation, people taking Zantac were likely exposed to high levels of NDMA for years.

Zantac Cancer Cases

Zantac is approved for regular and ongoing maintenance use. The product itself is safe for continued use. But, the undetected NDMA levels could cause cancer for any that use it.

Why Can People Sue Zantac?

The company that makes Zantac is also responsible for quality testing for safety. For years, NDMA contamination built up. Additionally, the contamination was not detected. Had people known the risk, many would have switched to a safer medication.

What To Do If You’ve Taken Zantac

If you’ve taken Zantac, talk to your doctor about the risks of cancer. With cancer, it is important to find it as early as possible. Not every cancer shares a link with Zantac. Medical experts suggest people continue taking prescriptions until consulting their doctor.

Types Of Cancer Linked To Zantac

• breast
• colorectal
• esophageal
• intestinal
• kidney
• liver
• ovarian
• pancreatic
• prostate
• stomach
• testicular
• thyroid
• uterine

When To Call A Zantac Cancer Lawyer

If you’ve taken Zantac, talk to a lawyer to understand your rights. The best way to protect yourself is by talking with a Zantac cancer lawyer in your state. Even if you don’t have cancer now, a lawyer can explain time limits related to your possible situation.

Zantac Cancer Lawyer In Pennsylvania

If you have questions about your possible Zantac cancer case, give us a call for a free consultation. We can help people in Pennsylvania with any type of personal injury claim, including product liability.

At Haggerty & Silverman, we’ve been helping people since 1994. Our office is in downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania. If you can’t come to us, we can come to you. Our legal team also provides free consultations over the phone.

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