Certain oral contraceptives, such as the fourth generation birth control pills, Yaz and Yasmin, have been linked to gallstone disease.

A study was done on women who have taken that type of birth control and it found that these women had a higher chance to develop a gallbladder disease or having gallstones.

Lawsuits have been filed against the manufacturers of these birth control pills claiming that the women who have taken them have developed serious health side effects, like gallbladder issues. In 2009, Yaz had worldwide sales of $2 million.

If you or a loved one has suffered from gallbladder complications, you may be able to receive compensation for your pain. Contact the Yasmin gallbladder complications lawyers of Williams Hart by calling 800-761-3187 today.

A woman has recently filed a lawsuit against the manufacturer of the oral contraceptive, Yas and Yazmin, claiming that they caused her damage to her gallbladder.

The lawsuit claims that the company failed to warn patients about risks associated with the drug even though they knew the risks. The woman took Yaz/Yasmin from 2001 to 2008. She was monitored by a gynecologist and she followed all instructions when taking the pill.

She began to experience severe stomach pain in 2006 and had to have cholecystectomy. After her gallbladder was removed, she still continued have chest pains and struggle with digestion issues.

If you or a loved one has been experienced a gallbladder removal surgery after taking Yasmin or Yaz, contact the Yasmin gallbladder complications lawyers of Williams Hart by calling 800-761-3187 today.