Diagnosed with a Brain Tumor After Depo-Provera? Get a Free Case Review
A growing number of women are filing lawsuits against Pfizer alleging that the Depo-Provera birth control injection (medroxyprogesterone acetate) significantly increases the risk of intracranial meningioma — a serious brain or spinal tumor. A 2024 BMJ study found that long-term users of Depo-Provera had a roughly 5x higher risk of developing meningioma compared to non-users. Plaintiffs claim Pfizer knew or should have known about this risk and failed to warn U.S. patients and doctors.
If you received Depo-Provera shots and were later diagnosed with a meningioma, you may be eligible to join the multidistrict litigation (MDL) and seek compensation for medical bills, surgery, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Case reviews are free and there is no fee unless your attorney recovers money for you.
Do You Qualify?
You may qualify to file a Depo-Provera lawsuit if all of the following apply:
- You received at least two Depo-Provera or Depo-SubQ Provera 104 injections.
- You were diagnosed with a meningioma (brain or spinal tumor) after starting the shots.
- Your diagnosis was confirmed by MRI, CT scan, biopsy, or surgical pathology.
- You required surgery, radiation, or ongoing monitoring for the meningioma.
- Your diagnosis occurred within the past several years (varies by state).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the connection between Depo-Provera and meningioma?
Medroxyprogesterone acetate, the active ingredient in Depo-Provera, is a synthetic progestin. Recent peer-reviewed research — most notably a large 2024 study in The BMJ — found that women who used the drug for more than one year had a substantially elevated risk of developing meningioma, a typically slow-growing tumor of the brain or spine.
I had surgery to remove a meningioma. Do I have a case?
Yes, surgical removal (craniotomy) of a meningioma is one of the strongest indicators of a viable claim. The medical records from your procedure, along with proof of Depo-Provera use, are key pieces of evidence. An attorney can help you collect them as part of the free review.
How long do I have to file a Depo-Provera lawsuit?
Statutes of limitations differ by state and typically run from the date you knew or should have known your tumor was linked to Depo-Provera. Because deadlines vary and can be short, it's important to start a case review as soon as possible to protect your right to file.
Find Out If You Qualify for a Depo-Provera Claim
If you used Depo-Provera and were diagnosed with a meningioma, take a few minutes to see if you may be eligible for compensation. Reviews are free, confidential, and come with no obligation.
Consumer Support Help is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Submissions are forwarded to independent attorneys who may evaluate your potential claim. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.