Zantac (ranitidine), a widely used heartburn and acid-reflux medication, was recalled after testing found it could form a probable carcinogen. People who took it regularly have filed claims linking long-term use to several types of cancer.
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Zantac and its generic form, ranitidine, were among the most commonly used heartburn medications for decades. Testing found that the drug could break down into NDMA, a chemical classified as a probable human carcinogen, leading to a nationwide recall.
People who took Zantac or ranitidine regularly over an extended period, and were later diagnosed with cancer, are filing claims against the manufacturers.
Anyone who took prescription or over-the-counter Zantac (or generic ranitidine) regularly for a year or more, prior to the 2020 recall.
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Yes, both prescription and over-the-counter Zantac and generic ranitidine may be relevant. A network attorney can confirm based on your specific use.
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