Zantac (ranitidine) was an H2 Blocker used to relieve heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux, acid indigestion, and gastric ulcers. In April of 2020 the FDA requested the withdrawal of Zantac from the market, and all Zantac products were recalled.
This recall was instigated over concerns regarding the presence of NDMA (N-Nitrosodimethylamine), a probable human carcinogen based on laboratory tests, in the medication. The concern was that Zantac could break down into NDMA over time, or when exposed to high temperatures.
Given the potential health risks associated with NDMA, tens of thousands of individuals filed lawsuits against Sanofi, the manufacturer of Zantac, alleging that they failed to adequately warn consumers about the potential risks associated with the drug. Many of the Zantac cancer lawsuits were consolidated into class-action lawsuits.
In April of 2024, a settlement agreement was reached between Sanofi and roughly 4,000 lawsuits. The financial details of these Zantac settlement payouts have not been disclosed. However, it’s been suggested that due to the Zantac lawsuit being wrongful death cases, a settlement payout amount could approach half a million dollars per plaintiff.
Another 75,000 Zantac cancer lawsuits filed in the state of Delaware await a ruling, although it’s expected that a settlement will be reached in those cases as well.
Ranitidine lawsuits are ongoing. If you or a loved one were a user of Zantac, and can prove you developed cancer as a direct cause of the medication, you may be eligible to seek financial compensation. Consider consulting with a lawyer who specializes in pharmaceutical litigation, so they can advise you on your legal options.
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