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Heparin Side EffectsBaxter’s Heparin Linked to Severe Allergic ReactionsThere have been numerous reports of serious allergic reactions and patient deaths as a result of using contaminated Heparin manufactured by Baxter HealthCare Corporation. If you or a loved one suffered allergic reactions after Heparin was administered, you may benefit from speaking to a personal injury attorney. Heparin is most commonly used to prevent blood clots in patients undergoing kidney dialysis and heart surgery. On 2/11/08, Baxter HealthCare Corp. announced that it would stop producing this product. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said that the problem was first reported to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), in January by the Missouri Department of Heath and Senior Services, which, starting in November, had seen several cases in one pediatric hospital. Currently, the exact cause of the allergic reactions is still unknown. The FDA however announced that the use of Heparin in multi-dose vials made by Baxter International Inc., has been tied to an allergic reaction which causes:
Reactions can happen within a few seconds of the injection of the drug. This reaction is not the same as Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia. The FDA has reported that up to 21 deaths and 448 allergic reactions may be linked to the blood thinning product. It should be noted that other U.S. supplies of Heparin, most notably APP Pharmaceuticals, do not show contamination. The source of this contamination is not absolutely known. Concern has arisen over irregularities in samples of Heparin that were processed by Baxter’s use of ingredients provided by a supplier in China. This contaminated Heparin contains a heparin-like ingredient that routine testing does not uncover. This contaminate was found in the problem drug but not found in batches of problem-free Heparin. It was high-tech testing that uncovered the heparin-like compound. The FDA is so concerned that later this week it will give manufacturers and other regulatory agencies worldwide instructions on how to check other heparin supplies to be sure the contaminant isn’t in remaining supplies. PLEASE SPEAK WITH YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE DISCONTINUING THE USE OF HEPARIN OR ANY OTHER PRESCRIPTION DRUGS. Contact the Law Offices of d'Oliveira & Associates, P.C.If you believe that you or a loved one has suffered as a result of the use of Heparin, you may want to speak with a personal injury attorney. A injury lawyer familiar with new developments in the investigation of Heparin may be able to help you make important personal and legal decisions. Please contact the law offices of d'Oliveira & Associates at 1-800-992-6878 or fill out a contact form for a free legal consultation. |
Site SearchLargest SettlementsAuto AccidentA young child was hit by a motor vehicle as a pedestrian and was killed. Our firm maintained jointly responsible with another trial attorney, and the case was settled by this attorney before trial.
Our client was injured in a rear-end collision with a tractor-trailer truck and the vehicle burst into flames. She suffered a fractured vertebra, lacerations and burns. Our client was a 25-year-old woman who was in a motor vehicle accident and suffered a brain injury. Our client was struck by another vehicle as a pedestrian and suffered a brain injury, facial fractures and permanent loss of vision.
Medical MalpracticeA middle-aged man broke his ankle. After undergoing surgery he developed an infection in the bone and had to have his leg amputated below the knee. Our firm, while maintaining joint responsibility, referred the client to an experienced medical malpractice attorney who brought the case to trial. A child was taken to a local hospital. The parents were told the child was only suffering from a cold. The child was sent home without any tests being performed. The child was taken back to the hospital and, was diagnosed with Meningitis. Our firm, while maintaining joint responsibility, referred the client to an experienced medical malpractice attorney who settled the case. Dangerous DrugsA middle-aged woman sustained serious heart valve injury (i.e. primary pulmonary hypertension) from taking a prescribed diet drug Redux, which contains Fen/Phen. Our firm maintained joint responsibility with an experienced drug injury firm who settled the case.
A teenager committed suicide after taking an anti-depressant drug for several weeks. The young boy’s life was cut short just one week before his birthday. Our firm maintained joint responsibility with an experienced product liability attorney who settled the case. AsbestosA boiler operator working for the US Navy was diagnosed with mesothelioma 6 years after leaving the Navy. Our firm maintained joint responsibility with an experienced asbestos attorney, who was successful in collecting over $1 million in settlements for the clients.
Dog Bite InjuryOur client was a young boy who was attacked by a dog while at a friend’s home. The dog latched on to the boy’s nose requiring him to undergo plastic surgery. Our client was attacked by a dog and suffered severe bites that required surgery and skin grafts. Nursing Home NegligenceAn elderly man developed bedsores, pneumonia and became severely dehydrated while in a nursing home. His wife contacted our office for assistance. Our firm maintained joint responsibility with an experienced medical malpractice attorney who settled the case.
An 83 year-old woman developed severe bedsores while in a nursing home and was hospitalized. Her daughter contacted our office. Our firm maintained joint responsibility with an experienced medical malpractice attorney who settled the case.
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