Talc products like Johnson's Baby Powder have been linked to ovarian cancer and mesothelioma. Thousands have filed lawsuits against Johnson & Johnson.
Essure Birth Control
The Essure permanent birth control device is linked to thousands of injuries and hundreds of deaths. The FDA has ordered Essure to carry a "black box" warning.
Abilify
Abilify is used to treat depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. But evidence suggests that the drug can cause compulsive behaviors like gambling.
Zostavax
Merck & Co. faces lawsuits over its shingles vaccine Zostavax, which plaintiffs allege can cause severe side effects like blindness and paralysis.
Takata Airbags
Takata airbags contain a volatile chemical that can cause airbags to explode during deployment, spraying shrapnel into the cabin and harming occupants.
IVC Filters
Inferior vena cava (IVC) filters are devices designed to keep blood clots from reaching the heart and lungs. However, the filters have been linked to severe complications.
Hernia Mesh
Hernia meshes like Ethicon's Physiomesh and Atrium's C-Qur have been linked to severe side effects and revision surgeries, spawning lawsuits by patients.
Cast Iron Pipes
At best, cast iron pipes will last for roughly 50 years. Homeowners faced with leaking pipes though are now being denied compensation from insurance companies.
