Depo-Provera Bone Loss $1.9M Class Action Settlement

Canadian consumers who used Depo-Provera and were later diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia before May 31, 2010, may be eligible for compensation in the form of a payment thanks to a recent $1.9 million class action settlement.

Eligible settlement Class Members include Canada residents who took at least four consecutive Depo-Provera injections every three months as contraception on or before June 30, 2006, and were then later diagnosed with osteopenia or osteoporosis before May 31, 2010, and within 30 months of their last Depo-Provera shot.

The plaintiffs allege Pfizer did not uphold its legal and statutory obligations because it misrepresented the risks associated with taking Depo-Provera. This misrepresentation came in the form of failing to disclose that Depo-Provera users may experience significant and irreversible bone mineral density loss and later develop osteopenia or osteoporosis.

Depo-Provera is a widely used injectable birth control medication administered by health-care providers, according to the Mayo Clinic.

The company denies wrongdoing in this case. While Pfizer does recognize using Depo-Provera can lead to significant bone mineral density loss, the company issued a safety alert once the problem was identified. Depo-Provera is still marketed in Canada but now has packaging that clearly discloses the risks. 

Both the plaintiffs and defendants have determined the proposed settlement agreement is in their best interests.

Eligible Class Members who file a claim in the Depo-Provera class action settlement will receive compensation in the form of a payment. 

There are two categories of Class Members: those who will get compensation for bone mineral density loss and those who will get compensated for fractures.

The exact amount of compensation each Class Member will receive hinges on the number of eligible claims received and the circumstances of that Class Member’s diagnosis. 

Class Members who were diagnosed with osteopenia will likely receive around $600. 

Class Members who were diagnosed with osteoporosis can receive up to $100 per month for the first 12 months, then $50 per additional month up to 120 months. 

The maximum compensation amount for any Class Member diagnosed with osteoporosis only is capped at $6,600.

Class Members who suffered fractures will receive compensation that varies depending on where the fracture occurred. They can expect amounts ranging anywhere from $2,500 to $50,000. 

In general, the Class Member will receive more compensation as the severity of the injury increases.

Class Members who do not submit a claim will not get compensation.

The deadline for submitting comments has passed.

The deadline to file a claim in this class action settlement is March 1, 2022.

Who’s Eligible

Canada residents who took at least four consecutive Depo-Provera injections every three months as contraception on or before June 30, 2006, and were then later diagnosed with osteopenia or osteoporosis before May 31, 2010, and within 30 months of their last Depo-Provera shot.

Potential Award

Up to $50,000.

The exact amount of compensation each Class Member will receive hinges on the number of eligible claims received and the circumstances of that Class Member’s diagnosis. 

Class Members who were diagnosed with osteopenia will likely receive around $600. 

Class Members who were diagnosed with osteoporosis can receive up to $100 per month for the first 12 months, then $50 per additional month up to 120 months. 

The maximum compensation amount for any Class Member diagnosed with osteoporosis only is capped at $6,600.

Class Members who suffered fractures will receive compensation that varies depending on where the fracture occurred. They can expect amounts ranging anywhere from $2,500 to $50,000. 

Proof of Purchase

The following is required with all claims:

A valid photo ID issued by a provincial government or by the Canadian government

Proof of how long you have been taking Depo-Provera

A copy of the results of your bone mineral density tests

Those claiming compensation for a fracture must also submit proof of the fracture.

The claims administrator may require other documents to determine your eligibility for benefits depending on the nature of your claim.

Claim Form

NOTE: If you do not qualify for this settlement do NOT file a claim.

Remember: you are submitting your claim under penalty of perjury. You are also harming other eligible Class Members by submitting a fraudulent claim. If you’re unsure if you qualify, please read the FAQ section of the Settlement Administrator’s website to ensure you meet all standards (Top Class Actions is not a Settlement Administrator). If you don’t qualify for this settlement, check out our database of other open class action settlements you may be eligible for.

Claim Form Deadline

03/01/2022

Case Name

Noelia Brito, et al. v. Pfizer Canada ULC, et al., Case No. 500-06-000305-057 in the Superior Court of Quebec, Province of Quebec, District of Montreal

Final Hearing

TBD

Settlement Website

DepoProvera.ca

Claims Administrator

Canadian class action regarding Depo-Provera
a / s Collectiva, class action services inc.
200-2170 Boul. René-Lévesque O
Montreal, QC H3H 2T8 
1-888-667-5012
depoprovera@collectiva.ca
Fax: 514-287-1617

Class Counsel

BELLEAU LAPOINTE LLP

SISKINDS LLP

Defense Counsel

NORTON ROSE FULBRIGHT CANADA S.E.N.C.R.L., S.R.L.