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January 3rd, 2025
Recent research published in The BMJ suggests that Depo-Provera has a dangerous and unexpected side effect – the risk of developing a brain tumor.
Depo-Provera is the brand name for a type of hormonal contraceptive that prevents pregnancy. Depo-Provera is a popular contraceptive alternative to taking a daily birth control pill. The medication contains the hormone progestin and is administered as an injection in a doctor’s office every three months. There’s also a lower-dose medication, Depo-SubQ Provera 104, which can be injected just below the skin.
Researchers collected data from the French national healthcare system and identified 18,061 women who underwent surgery to remove a specific type of brain tumor called a meningioma. These women were compared with a control group, and women who had used medroxyprogesterone acetate for 12 or more months were found to have a 5.6-fold higher risk of developing a brain tumor.
Meningiomas are typically not cancerous. But that doesn’t mean they’re not dangerous. Meningiomas are intracranial tumors that develop in the layers of tissue surrounding the brain. They can also develop in the layers of tissue that cover the spinal cord. When they grow, they can adversely impact the brain and other structures within the skull. Surgery is often required to treat meningiomas. Symptoms of meningiomas include blurred vision, numbness, headaches, and seizures.
Many victims who have suffered this dangerous unexpected side effect of Depo-Provera are filing product liability lawsuits against Pfizer to hold it accountable for the harm it has caused. If you believe your health has been impacted from Depo-Provera, you should contact an experienced law firm right away to explore your rights.
