The popular hormone replacement therapy drug known as Prempro is widely used to treat the common post-menopausal symptoms of nearly 22.3 million women.  In fact, Prempro was one of the most lucrative drugs on the American market before disturbing dangers were discovered.  Recent evidence has linked the drug to such serious conditions as scleroderma and asthma, as well as a number of common conditions.

A recent study showed frightening results for women using the hormone replacement therapy.  There was emerging evidence showing that long-term Prempro use leads to an increase in the risk of breast cancer, ovarian cancer, blood clots, strokes, gallbladder cancers, and pulmonary embolisms.  These results were so significantly severe that the National Institute of Health cancelled the study early.

The results were particularly disturbing for a number of reasons.  When compared to a placebo group, the Prempro patients saw a 22% jump in cardiovascular disease, a 26% increase in breast cancer, 41% rise in stokes, and a startling 100% jump in blood clots.  The consequences of Prempro’s earlier popularity could be profound, as these dangerous and potentially fatal effects continue to manifest.

If you are one of the millions of women who took Prempro and suffered serious complications, or if you have lost a loved one to the drug, you deserve support and you may even be entitled to monetary compensation for your heartbreaking struggle.  Don’t let the statutes of limitations expire before you get what you deserve.  Make sure to talk with an understanding and experienced defective drug lawyer today.