Dangerous Substances and Devices

Yaz and Yasmin

Yaz and Yasmin are fourth generation birth control pills manufactured by Bayer Healthcare. First approved by the FDA in 2001 (Yasmin) and 2006 (Yaz), there is now increasing concern about the safety of the drugs. The FDA has received reports of more than 50 deaths among Yaz and Yasmin users.

Paxil

Paxil, which has the chemical name Paroxetine, is a widely prescribed antidepressant that has been used by millions of women for the treatment of general depression and anxiety disorders. The FDA has classified Paxil as a Pregnancy Category "D" drug; category "D" is used when "there is positive evidence of human fetal risk".

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