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The FDA announced that Ortho Evra, the birth control skin patch, manufactured by Ortho-McNeil, will now have a new warning label stating that the patch, “provides higher exposure to estrogen than birth control pills and higher levels of estrogen may put some women at risk for getting blood clots.”

April 18, 2005
Student Dies from Ortho Evra Induced Blood clot

18-year-old Manhattan student collapsed in a subway station and died on the way to the hospital after complaining of a headache, dizziness, and pain in her legs. An autopsy showed that a blood clot had moved into the victim’s lung; the medical examiner determined that the clot was a side effect of the birth control patch Ortho Evra.
What is Ortho Evra?:

Ortho Evra was approved as the only skin patch for birth control by the FDA and has been prescribed to over 4 million women since 2002
Women who use Ortho Evra are exposed to 60% more estrogen than women who take regular birth control pills

Risks of Ortho Evra:

Elevated levels of estrogen place women who use the patch at a higher risk of developing blood clots, which if undiscovered may become life threatening
FDA records show that seventeen patch users between the ages of 17 and 30 have suffered fatal heart attacks, blood clots, and strokes since August 2002.

Dangerous Side Effects of Ortho Evra:

pulmonary embolism
deep vein thrombosis
heart attack
serious blood clots

If you believe that you or a loved one has become ill due to the use of Ortho Evra, you need a law firm that is experienced in handling these cases. If our firm is not qualified to handle your particular case we will be happy to use our experience and know-how to help you find a lawyer that can provide you with the legal representation and dedication you deserve. Remember, we never charge you any fees or expenses, unless your case is successful.

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