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CancerWhat Are The Types Of Cancer From Zantac?

Zantac is a popular heartburn and acid-reducing medication. It’s generic name is Ranitidine. It is used in treating peptic ulcer disease, Zollinger–Ellison syndrome, and gastroesophageal reflux disease.

On April 1, 2020, the Food And Drug Administration (FDA) has announced the Zantac recall, mandating all ranitidine products be recalled from U.S. markets. Major pharmacies, such as Walmart, Rite Aid, CVS, and Walgreens offered refund for Ranitidine products. The FDA found out that Zantac contains n-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), which is a type of carcinogen or cancer-producing substance.

In this article, you’ll find out more about the possible types of cancer that can emerge from Zantac.

What Makes Zantac Cancerous?

Zantac has been tested and NDMA was found, which is believed to be caused by the unstable nature of Ranitidine. The drug may form NDMA with improper or prolonged storage conditions. It may be brought about by lax quality control in countries making the drug, allowing contaminants to settle on the product during the manufacturing process.

If you have been taking Zantac, you’re probably concerned about the risks of cancers linked with this medication. You can seek the expert help of a legal professional to help you understand your rights in terms of knowing the possible damages and compensation that may arise due to potential risk of cancer from Zantac.

Result Of FDA Investigation

According to the laboratory results, Zantac contains NDMA, wherein if heat is applied to the drug, it generates this carcinogen. Any exposure to this carcinogen more than 96 nanograms or 0.32 parts per million, it could be dangerous and cause cancer.

Possible Types Of Cancer From Zantac

In general, Ranitidine, including Zantac, is not carcinogenic. As mentioned, it only becomes a health threat because of the NDMA production when the drug is exposed to heat. 

Here are the possible types of cancer that may arise from unacceptable levels of NDMA:

  • Bladder Cancer
  • Brain Cancer
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Liver Cancer
  • Lung Cancer
  • Nasal/Throat Cancer
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Small Intestine Cancer
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Testicular Cancer
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Uterine Cancer

What Are The Signs And Symptoms To Watch Out?

For anybody who has been taking Zantac or any other ranitidine medication, it is important to watch out for the warning signs and symptoms of cancer brought about by NDMA, such as the following:

  • Abdominal pain not related to heartburn
  • Back pain
  • Black, greasy, or tarry stool
  • Decreased appetite
  • Dark or bloody urine
  • Fatigue, dizziness, or weakness (signs of anemia)
  • Increasingly irregular bowel movements
  • Itchy skin
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Painful and burning urination
  • Uncontrolled weight loss
  • Yellowing skin

These signs and symptoms may be an indication of more serious health problem, like cancer caused by NDMA exposure present in Ranitidine, like Zantac. Find out more info about drug side effects and adverse reactions at Drug Injury News.

Drugs And Cancer

Why are you wondering how to prevent the risk of cancer arising from drugs? There are several reasons behind this concern, including the high price of most pharmaceutical products, the growing number of reported side effects, and the increasing risk of addiction.

If it is true that these drugs can cause cancer, why does the pharmaceutical industry continue to sell them? One reason is that most pharmaceutical companies profit from the sale of patented medicines. It is hard for consumers to find new medicines to replace those which have already been patented. Another reason is that the price of the patented drugs keeps rising.

Other drugs that are sold without patent protection have even higher profit margins than the drugs that do not have patent protection. It is therefore not surprising that people are worried about whether their drugs can cause cancer.

The most common side effects of drugs include headaches, skin problems, and stomach upset. These drugs are also responsible for a rise in stomach acid, which makes it hard to digest food and metabolize drugs properly and therefore increases the risk of cancer.

Check the following tips to reduce risk of cancer and side effects of medications you take:

  • Ask your doctor about possible drug interactions. For example, your prescription drug may contradict with supplements or over-the-counter drugs.
  • Read the drug literature to know the exact details of the medication, including the side effects, adverse effects, and indications.
  • Follow the doctor’s advice on when, how, and what drugs to take.

Conclusion

As you can see, Zantac may cause cancer due to NDMA formation when heat or high temperatures are applied, most especially with improper storage. Cancers of the stomach, liver, the lungs, and other internal organs may arise due to this carcinogen. If you suspect that you or a loved one were exposed to NDMA due to prolonged Zantac use, you can consult a doctor and a lawyer for expert advice.

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