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Congenital Heart & Lung Birth Defects Linked to SSRI Antidepressants if Taken During Pregnancy

The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is actively handling congenital heart and lung birth defect lawsuits in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know took an SSRI antidepressant while pregnant and your child has a congenital heart or lung defect, you should contact us immediately. You may be entitled to compensation and our law firm can help.

Michael E. Schmidt of The Schmidt Firm, PLLC has stated, “Our law firm has represented thousands of victims in pharmaceutical side effect and recall cases, however being a father of four, this particular litigation [SSRI birth defects] really strikes home. We are actively representing the children and families affected by the manufacturer’s inability to warn the mothers of the potential for SSRI-induced birth defects when taken during pregnancy.”

What SSRI Antidepressants Are Linked to Congenital Heart & Lung Defects?

The following SSRI antidepressants are linked to the development of congenital birth defects in infants, babies and children if their mothers took them during pregnancy.

  • Celexa®
  • Lexapro®
  • Paxil®
  • Prozac®
  • Symbyax®
  • Wellbutrin®
  • Zoloft®
  • Effexor®

Do I Have a Congenital Heart & Lung Birth Defect Lawsuit?

Again, If you or somebody you know took an SSRI antidepressant while pregnant and your child has a congenital birth defect, you should contact us immediately. You may be entitled to compensation and our law firm can help.

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