Do Not Blame Yourself for the Harm Zoloft Caused Your Baby
If you took Zoloft during your pregnancy, you did so to ease the anxiety of a tumultuous time in your life. All you wanted was to be happy and produce a healthy child. What you did not know was that using Zoloft was putting your unborn child at risk for severe birth defects.
We understand that if you used the antidepressant and your child was born with malformations, you are likely feeling to blame. Understand this–it is not your fault. Let us help you receive compensation for the pain you and your child have experienced.
What is Zoloft?
Produced and sold by Pfizer, Inc., Zoloft is a prescription medication designed to treat depression, panic disorder, anxiety, and various other mental and emotional issues. It was introduced to the public in 1991 and since has become one of the most prescribed antidepressants in the entire world.
A Selective Serotonin Re-uptake Inhibitor (SSRI), the drug prevents serotonin absorption in the brain, helping regulate mood, appetite, and other feelings.
Since the inception of the drug, more and more side effects are being made known. Some of these side effects include:
- Nausea
- Somnolence
- Loss of sex-drive
- Suicidal thoughts
- And more
But despite mounting evidence of the dangers related to taking the drug, no recall has been issued.
The FDA Issued a Warning against Zoloft Use during Pregnancy
Of all the problems arising with Zoloft, perhaps the worst one is the issues it can cause with pregnancy. After numerous studies, the FDA issued a warning in 2006 that the drug provides a very real risk of birth defects when taken during pregnancy. The most devastating of these birth defects include:
- Pulmonary Hypertension — A baby with this condition experiences dangerously high blood pressure in the blood vessels of the lungs. They also have poor oxygen levels in the bloodstream as well as rapid heartbeats and difficulty breathing.
- Serious heart conditions — Zoloft usage increases the risk of all sorts of congenital heart problems including heart valve abnormality, enlarged heart, septal heart defects, and problems with the aorta. Some of these defects can be life threatening.
- Cleft Lip/Palate — Much more than a standard cosmetic issue, a cleft lip/palate can result in all sorts of sensory developmental issues, including difficulty hearing, speaking, and eating. Not to mention, it can lead to deep emotional problems.
And that is not all. The list of dangers to the unborn baby reads long, including: premature birth, increased risk of miscarriage, clubbed foot, delayed development and more! As if that were not enough, Zoloft could possible cause short term side effects to your newborn as well, such as difficulty breathing.
The real question here is this: why has no one taken this drug off the market? And furthermore, why are pregnant women such as yourself still being given this harmful drug?
If You Are a Zoloft User Who is Trying to Become Pregnant, READ THIS
It is clear. You should not take Zoloft if you are pregnant. However, it is also worth noting that you
should consider stopping the drug if you are even thinking about becoming pregnant. Here are a few
reasons why:
- You may become pregnant and not realize it for months. Meanwhile, the first trimester of your pregnancy is when your baby is most susceptible to birth defects.
- It is not advisable to quit Zoloft cold turkey. Experts recommend weaning off the drug. For this
reason, you should speak to a doctor before ceasing taking of the drug.
How to File a Zoloft Lawsuit
You may have grounds to file a Zoloft lawsuit if you are pregnant and have been taking Zoloft or you
took Zoloft when you were pregnant and gave birth to a child with any sort of birth defect. If you fall
into either category, you could benefit from scheduling a free consultation with a Zoloft lawyer at our
firm. From there we will:
- Determine if you have a valid claim.
- Gather all useful evidence including doctor’s diagnoses.
- Prepare your case.
- File your Zoloft lawsuit and fight for your compensation.
What the Ogletree Abbott Law Firm is Offering You
We want to be your advocate. That is because we believe that if your baby was harmed due to Zoloft
use, someone needs to be held responsible. You are both experiencing pain and suffering. And you
likely have to pay large medical bills to treat your child’s condition. It just is not fair. That is why we are
offering you:
- Our undivided attention — You need sympathy and compassion and we are here to give it to you. When you hire a Zoloft lawyer from the Ogletree Abbott Law Firm, you benefit from someone who has helped others similar to you and understands the delicacy of your situation.