What to Do If Zantac Affected You or a Loved One

What should you do if you or a loved one were affected by Zantac? If you or a family member regularly used Zantac and were later diagnosed with cancer or another serious medical condition, you should:

Discuss treatment options with your doctor.
Gather all relevant documentation.
Consult with a qualified attorney to learn about your legal options.

You may be able to file an individual personal injury lawsuit or join a class action. You may also have the right to pursue wrongful death damages if an immediate family member passes away from complications after using Zantac.

A Zantac cancer lawsuit lawyer can answer your questions and advise you on the best course of action for your specific situation.

Discuss Your Treatment Options With Your Doctor

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recalled Zantac after confirming that Zantac and similar ranitidine products contained high levels of N-nitroso dimethylamine (NDMA).

Unfortunately, this means that anyone who took the medication may be at a heightened risk of developing cancer or other complications, according to Harvard Health. If you received a diagnosis of a severe condition related to Zantac use, after making sure that you are getting the treatment you need, you should enlist the help of an attorney.

They can handle the legal aspects of your situation while you focus on your recovery.

Should You Contact a Doctor Without a Cancer Diagnosis?

Even if you are not diagnosed, consider discussing your Zantac use with your doctor. If Zantac harmed you or a family member, our legal team can help. Proactive attention can allow your caregiver to closely monitor your condition for any adverse complications that may arise.

Additionally, as you move forward with legal action, your lawyer can use any documentation relating to your health condition to establish a link between yourself and Zantac. Your legal team will likely contact your doctor to learn more about how this medication affected your well-being.

What Cancers Are Associated With Zantac and Similar Ranitidine Drugs?

The medical community has associated various kinds of cancer with the use of Zantac and ranitidine, prompting concerns and legal action.

Here are some of the cancers that the medical community linked to these medications:

Stomach cancer
Esophageal cancer
Pancreatic cancer
Colorectal cancer
Liver cancer
Kidney cancer
Bladder cancer
Breast cancer

These are just the more common types of cancer that have prompted legal action against ranitidine drug manufacturers. A Zantac attorney can help you determine whether your diagnosis qualifies you to participate in one of the current lawsuits.

Are You Eligible for a Zantac Lawsuit?

The mounting evidence linking Zantac use to various cancers has prompted individuals nationwide to pursue legal recourse against the manufacturers of this popular heartburn medication.

We must consider several factors to determine if you are eligible to join a Zantac lawsuit. These may include:

Whether you are eligible and how long you have to take legal action.
The strength of your case.
Whether there are other cases like yours already pending.
Whether your case makes you eligible for a class action.
Other questions you may have about how you can seek financial recovery based on the facts of your case.

Please remember that every situation is unique, and the investigations into the effects of Zantac and similar products are ongoing. An attorney can help you determine if you or a loved one qualify to seek damages after a cancer diagnosis associated with ranitidine products.

How Does a Lawyer Build a Zantac Case for Financial Recovery?

If you believe you have a viable case, one of the first steps you can take is to collect relevant evidence regarding your situation.

Possible evidence in a Zantac case can include:

Relevant medical records that provide details of your Zantac use.
Test results and other documentation of your diagnosis, prognosis, and additional information.
Medical bills, receipts from related expenses, proof of lost wages, and other documentation of your damages.

A crucial factor in your case will be showing that there is a strong link between your Zantac use and your diagnosis. If you join a class action or multidistrict litigation, it will be the responsibility of the attending legal professionals to prove this link.

Legal professionals will likely call in researchers, medical experts, and others to testify about this connection.

Because lawyers combine the pre-trial motions and discovery as a group in many of these actions, the evidence they present as a whole may apply to your case.

What Compensation Do You Get if Zantac Affected Your Health?

Taking Zantac and ranitidine products can lead to increased cancer risk. If your lawyer can show that ranitidine medication led to your health issues, you may have a chance to secure compensation to cover your losses.

Depending on your situation, you may receive funds to cover your medical care, pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. We can discuss your compensation options in greater detail with a free initial consultation.

Can Your Family File a Wrongful Death Claim?

Some of the lawsuits against Zantac include claimants who are filing a wrongful death suit. If someone you love died due to cancer caused by Zantac, we may be able to pursue wrongful death damages. Immediate family members of the decedent are eligible to file on their behalf.

An attorney who handles dangerous drug claims can review your case and help you understand your legal options. We handle Zantac cases nationwide, and the rules and time limits for pursuing a wrongful death award vary from state to state.

A legal professional from our team can explain the relevant deadlines and help you participate in a mass tort if you qualify.

Talk to a Zantac Lawsuit Attorney From Zanes Law

If Zantac harmed you or a family member, you could file a lawsuit to hold the drug company liable. Zanes Law is here for you. We offer free consultations where it is most convenient for you, whether over the phone or in person.

If we believe you have a strong case, we can file your lawsuit and take on your legal burdens. We may be able to assist you in joining a mass tort or filing an individual claim, and you will not owe us anything until we reach a settlement in your case.

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