Dangerous Drug Alert: The Hormone Replacement Therapy Prempro
What is Prempro?
Prempro, known generically as conjugated equine estrogens and medroxyprogesterone acetate, is a type of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) used to treat symptoms of menopause. It is a prescription which combines estrogen and progestin into a single pill. Manufactured by Wyeth Prempro brings in more than $1 billion in profit each year.
Possible Side Effects of Taking Prempro
Prempro has been linked to serious side effects and conditions such as:
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National Institutes of Health (NIH) Study of Prempro
A study of 16,000 women concluded that taking Prempro for one year increased the risk of serious complications.
- Increased risk of heart attack by 29%
- 24% increased risk of breast cancer
- Blood clots jumped to an increased risk of 200%
- A 41% increased risk of stroke
Get Help from Lawyers Who Understand Dangerous Drug Cases
If you, or someone you care about, were hurt because of taking Prempro you need to act quickly. When our law firm gets involved with your case, we immediately get to work investigating the cause of your drug reaction and fighting for your legal rights to fair compensation.
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- Do you have a case? Find out the criteria we use to determine if you have a legal claim.
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Prempro News
- Jury links Prempro to woman's breast cancer
- Study links hormone therapy to recurring breast cancer
- Lawsuits against drug companies grow in popularity
Injured Because You Took Prempro? Contact Us Now For a Free Evaluation of Your Legal Case.
Call us toll-free at 1-866-943-3427 or get online legal help, and we'll give you a free evaluation of your claim.
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