(Newswire.net — August, 18 2013) Baltimore, MD Are you looking for a Zoloft birth defects lawyer in Baltimore, MD? Did you take the drug Zoloft (or another antidepressant) while you were pregnant?
The FDA has announced that the antidepressant drug Zoloft (and other SSRI’s) has been linked to an increased risk of newborn birth defects when used during preganancy. Those who have used Zoloft during their pregnancy should read carefully as their child could have a serious birth defect.
If used during the 1st trimester of pregnancy there is a “significantly increased risk” of a heart defect being developed. The most common of these are atrial and ventricular septal defects. If used after the first 20 weeks then the child’s risk of developing Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension (PPHN) increases 6 fold.
If you are one of the women who took Zoloft during preganancy then you may be entitled to financial compensation. There are many Zoloft birth defects lawyers in Baltimore, Maryland that can review your case, so long as you qualify.
You just need to be able to answer “Yes” to these questions to qualify:
- Do you live in the United States?
- Did you use Zoloft (or another antidepressant/SSIR) during pregnancy?
If you answered “Yes” to both of these questions then you qualify to have your case reviewed for free.
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There are several highly rated Zoloft birth defects lawyers in Baltimore, Maryland if you need one.
Zoloft was created by the Pfizer pharmaceutical company in 1991. It is labeled as a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) and is primarily used to treat depression and social anxiety disorders, though it is also approved for the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder and obessive-compulsive disorder.
The basic premise behind Zoloft, and other SSRI’s, is to correct a chemical imbalance in the brain’s neurotransmitters by changing the body’s serotonin levels. More specifically, SSRI’s affect the rate at which the body absorbs serotonin, which directly affects mood, providing an overall feeling of well-being and calmness. There are several severe side effects associated with SSRI use, however, especially during pregnancy.
If you used Zoloft or another SSRI, and feel that your child may have suffered for it with a life altering birth defect, then you are encouraged to get your case evaluated for free.
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There are plenty of certified Zoloft birth defects lawyers in Baltimore, Maryland if you are searching for one.
Contact Person Name: Joshua Holland
Address: PO Box 254 Joppa, MD 21085