Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with cancer after using Zantac, Zantac OTC or Generic
Ranitidine?
You may be eligible for the Zantac
Cancer Settlement:
The popular heartburn drug Zantac has recently been reported to contain elevated levels of a
chemical that could cause cancer. The levels of the chemical N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), a
known human carcinogen (cancer-causing substance) found in this drug, have been tested to be
anywhere from 3,000 to 26,000 times higher than the legal limit set by the Food and Drug
Administration.
In late October 2019, Sanofi issued a voluntary recall of all Zantac OTC (over-the-counter)
tablets, which includes Zantac 150, Zantac 150 Cool Mint, and Zantac 75, in light of the FDA’s
findings.
Since late September 2019, several generic ranitidine medications, including OTC and
prescription drugs, have also been recalled. Check out the FDA’s website for the latest recall
information
Now, users may be able to file a Zantac lawsuit if they are diagnosed with:
Bladder Cancer
Liver Cancer
Breast Cancer
Lung Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Esophageal/Throat/Nasal Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Stomach Cancer
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What is Zantac?
Zantac, the brand name for ranitidine, is an H2 receptor antagonist (H2 blocker) used to treat
conditions like heartburn, acid indigestion, ulcers, and GERD by reducing stomach acid production.
The molecular structure of ranitidine includes a nitrite and a DMA group. These components can react
together to form NDMA, a substance that the FDA identifies as a probable human carcinogen.
Essentially, this means that ranitidine can produce NDMA through its internal chemical reactions,
exposing individuals to NDMA with every dose, which may increase their risk of cancer.
Is Zantac still on the market?
The FDA recalled all Zantac products on April 1, 2020. Before this, Zantac was available as both a
prescription and an over-the-counter medication, in both branded and generic forms. Here is a brief
timeline of Zantac and its generic counterpart, ranitidine:
Brand (Zantac) v. Generic (ranitidine)
In 1983, the FDA approved Zantac as a prescription medication.
By 1995, Zantac was approved for over-the-counter sale.
In 1997, a generic version of the prescription, called ranitidine, was introduced to the market.
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