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Ranitidine, often called by the brand name Zantac, is an antacid and antihistamine that was commonly used to treat and prevent heartburn, stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and other conditions that cause excess stomach acid.

On April 1, 2020, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a recall requesting that all manufacturers immediately withdraw prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) Zantac products due to excess levels of the potentially cancer-causing ingredient N-nitrosodimethylamine, or NDMA. The FDA has advised consumers to stop taking any Zantac tablets or liquid medications.

File Your Zantac Claim with Pope McGlamry Attorneys

For decades, pharmaceutical manufacturers have promoted Zantac and its generic forms as being safe and effective for use against heartburn, making it the first pharmaceutical drug to reach $1 billion in sales. These manufacturers have concealed from the public that these drugs contain a well-known cancer-causing compound, the levels of which increase over time and when the drug is stored at higher-than-normal temperatures, as discovered by the FDA. Pope McGlamry wants to hold these companies accountable for the hundreds of thousands of Zantac users that eventually developed cancer.

Did you or a loved one develop cancer after prolonged use of heartburn and acid-reducing medications like Zantac? If so, you may be entitled to compensation. Pope McGlamry is a nationally recognized civil litigation firm with years of experience in litigating defective drug cases. We have the resources and knowledge to take on big pharmaceutical companies--and the understanding and compassion for clients who suffer. Contact our experienced product liability attorneys to receive a free case evaluation and discuss your options.

About The Zantac Lawsuit

The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) alerted patients and health care professionals of multiple recalls of Zantac in September and October of 2019. Among others, Sandoz, Walgreens, Rite-Aid, Apotex and CVS announced recalls in September 2019 due to concerns over a “nitrosamine impurity, N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA)” found in the Zantac products. Shortly thereafter, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), the pharmaceutical company that created Zantac, announced a voluntary international recall, publicly acknowledging that unacceptable levels of NDMA were discovered in Zantac. On October 23, 2019, Sanofi and Dr. Reddy’s also issued voluntary recalls.

Does Zantac Cause Cancer?

On April 1, 2020, the FDA issued a statement, acknowledging that the recall of all Zantac products and a public warning regarding the recall was necessary because the product presents a serious health risk.

NDMA was once used in the production of rocket fuel. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified NDMA as a B2 Carcinogen, which means that while the substance has been show to cause cancer in animals, there isn’t conclusive evidence whether it causes cancer in humans. NDMA is also known as a potent hepatotoxin, which means it may cause liver damage. According to recent testing done by the FDA on 18 Zantac samples from various drug manufacturers, more than half contained unacceptably high levels of NDMA (more than 0.32 parts per million (ppm) of NDMA).

What Cancers Qualify for a Zantac Lawsuit?

If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with one of the following types of cancer after having taken Zantac, either over the counter or prescription strength, for at least 6 months or more, you may have a claim. Types of cancers that may be caused by NDMA exposure from taking Zantac include:

Bladder Cancer

Gastrointestinal Cancer

Esophageal Cancer

Liver Cancer

Pancreatic Cancer

How Do I Prove My Zantac Lawsuit?

There are several requirements that must be met before determining whether you have a case. First, you must prove you were diagnosed with one of the above-listed cancers and that you used Zantac for 6 months or more. If you satisfy those two requirements, you may have a right to compensation. Fill out the form below to request a free case evaluation from our Zantac attorney team.