Heparin Sodium Injections
On February 11th, 2008 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that the Baxter Healthcare Corporation would be temporarily stopping the manufacturing of multiple-dose vials of Heparin Sodium Injections. The halt of manufacturing comes after patients reported serious allergic reactions and hypotension after being administered the large dose injection.
What are Heparin Sodium Injections?
Heparin sodium is a blood thinner that is commonly administered into the vein of patients who are undergoing kidney dialysis, specific types of cardiac surgery, and treatment and/or prevention of deep venous thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism, or other serious medical conditions. The injections are generally in high doses
of 5,000-50,000 units. There have been numerous side effects from the large does of Heparin. However when Heparin is administered in smaller doses the same/similar side effects have not been reported.
Baxter Heparin Sodium Injection Side Effects:
Beginning in late December 2007 patients have reported contrary side effects after receiving the large dose treatment of Baxter Heparin. On January 17th, 2008 Baxter Healthcare had a voluntary recall of several of its vials of the 10mL lots and 30mL lots due to contrary side effects. The current issue for the halt of production is from serious reactions including:
- difficulty breathing
- nausea
- vomiting
- excessive sweating
- rapidly falling blood pressure, which may lead to life threatening shock
To date, the FDA reports 149 Heparin-related deaths in the U.S., alone.
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If you or a loved one have experienced Heparin Sodium Injection side effects you may be entitled to compensation. Contact the Heparin attorneys of Ennis & Ennis today for a free confidential case evaluation. Our on staff nurse and lawyers are standing by to answer any questions you may have regarding Heparin side effects, a possible Heparin class action lawsuit, or any other type of Heparin Sodium Injection litigation.
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