Many people in Ohio have taken a drug commonly called Zantac for issues with heartburn. Zantac, which is the generic drug ranitidine, has been the subject of several class action lawsuits in recent years. The lawsuits have come after ranitidine products were recalled...
Zantac Recall
Indigestion relief turns sour
An over-the-counter medicine used to combat the effects of a poor diet has been determined to potentially make people sick. As a histamine-2 blocker, ranitidine is formulated to ease heartburn, acid indigestion and sour stomach. Its prescription counterpart treats...
Zantac trial moves to bellwether cases: What does that mean?
Zantac litigation is continuing to move slowly forward. Thousands of claimants are waiting patiently as the wheels of justice proceed. According to a recent calendar released by the court, the parties are choosing potential bellwether cases. What is a bellwether case?...
Zantac has been recalled due to alleged link to cancer
For residents of Ohio and elsewhere, something as mundane as taking antacids should be harmless. Unfortunately, that is not necessarily the case for the popular product Zantac. Recently, there has been a link made between it and cancer, leading to a Zantac recall....
I took Zantac and got cancer — what do I do?
Headlines across the nation point out the connection between Zantac use and cancer. If you took Zantac for three years or more and developed cancer, you likely have a valid claim against Zantac manufacturers. What should I do to claim compensation? A nationwide...
Zantac lawsuits filed by veterans
Zantac, or ranitidine, is a medication that has antihistamine and antacid properties. It's often used by people who deal with ulcers, acid reflux or other similar issues. In recent months, it's been reported that Zantac is linked to the development of cancer. This has...
What’s happening with the Zantac litigation?
A federal judge recently threw out claims against drug makers of the heartburn medication, Zantac. According to the judge, the claims could not move forward as they were preempted by federal law. This ruling likely leaves victims who developed cancer and other...
Zantac as a possible cause of cancer
Zantac, otherwise known as ranitidine, has long been a popular over-the-counter heartburn medication in Ohio and across the country. However, manufacturers recalled it in 2020 because of links to the development of cancer. According to reports, the Zantac recall was...
Two important steps for those who took Zantac
Zantac contains N-nitroso dimethylamine, a substance known to cause cancer. Those who have used this medication may wonder what comes next. If they are interested in holding the manufacturer accountable, where do they begin? Although the process may seem overwhelming,...
What to do if you have taken Zantac
Zantac, marketed over the counter as ranitidine, is one of the most popular over-the-counter antacids on the market. Customers in Ohio who suffer from acute or severe heartburn may have taken Zantac and need to know what to do now. The Zantac recall affects millions...