Zoloft Birth Defects

Spina Bifida

Women who took Zoloft or another SSRI drug during pregnancy and delivered a child with spina bifida may have legal recourse. Reportedly, the use of SSRIs like Zoloft in pregnant women could potentially put the mother at risk for delivering a child with a birth defect, such as spina bifida. Women who would like to determine whether they can file a Zoloft birth defects lawsuit after taking Zoloft during pregnancy can complete our free case review form with the details of their child's condition.

What is Spina Bifidia?

A type of congenital birth defect, spina bifida occurs when the two sides of the fetus spine fail to join together, allowing for an open area. In some instances of spina bifida, the spinal cord or other membranes may push through this hole. Most commonly, cases of spina bifida, including those found to be SSRI birth defects and those resulting from other causes, are detected before the child is born.

Zoloft Lawsuits for Spina Bifida

Depending on the severity of the child's spina bifida, one or more surgeries may be required. In addition, to care for a child with spina bifida, medical care from neurosurgeons, rehab specialists, pediatricians and occupational therapists may also be needed. However, when a child is born with spina bifida after the mother took Zoloft during pregnancy, legal recourse to recover the cost of treatments may be available. To find out if you can seek compensation for your child's condition, contact our Zoloft birth defects lawyers for a no obligation review of your claim.