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Pfizer is sued in the US by women claiming its contraceptive Depo-Provera caused brain tumors, with allegations that the company failed to warn about the risks, leading to a growing number of lawsuits and a court hearing to address the issue of liability and regulatory warnings.
Claire Love was diagnosed with a meningioma, a common brain tumour, at age 35, which she suspects was linked to her long-term use of the contraceptive jab Depo-Provera. Recent studies suggest a higher risk of meningioma associated with the contraceptive, raising concerns about informed consent and potential legal actions. Her case highlights the possible health risks of hormonal contraceptives and the importance of awareness and monitoring.
Pfizer is facing a lawsuit alleging it failed to warn patients that its contraceptive drug Depo-Provera could increase the risk of brain tumors, specifically intracranial meningioma. The complaint, filed in California, claims that research links Depo-Provera and similar progesterone medications to a higher incidence of these tumors. The lawsuit follows similar cases in other states, while Pfizer maintains that Depo-Provera has been a safe and effective treatment for over 30 years. The drug's U.S. label does not currently warn of this risk, unlike in the EU and UK.