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Contaminated Heparin Linked To 81 Deaths |
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April 22, 2008—FDA officials announced at least 81 deaths are linked to contaminated Heparin originating from China. Hundreds more may have experienced severe allergic reactions as a result of the dangerous drug. Herparin, manufactured by Baxter Corporation, included ingredients from Changzhou Scientific Protein Laboratories. CSPL is a China company that was operating without a license and was completely unregulated, either by Chinese authorities or the FDA. Baxter International, which purchased ingredients from CPSL, confirmed that the contaminant could cause illness. These warnings have intensified calls for greater regulation and oversight of imports from China in the wake of warnings and recalls of poisonous toothpaste, lead-painted toys, toxic pet food and contaminated medicine. |
FDA Finds Contaminant in Heparin |
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March 5, 2008—The FDA announced that it has identified a contaminant in Heparin, a blood-thinning drug produced by Baxter Healthcare Corp. that has been linked to more than a dozen deaths in the United States. The contaminant comprises 5% to 20% of each sample tested. The FDA has not determined whether that contaminant is attributed to the adverse events associated with Heparin. |
What You Should Do |
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Your Health |
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| If you or a loved one has suffered side effects following use of Heparin, promptly consult your physician for an evaluation. | |
Your Legal Rights |
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If you have been injured by taking Heparin, you may be entitled to compensation. You should act immediately to contact an attorney experienced in matters involving dangerous pharmaceuticals. |
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Our Lawyers Can Help |
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O'Steen & Harrison, PLC presently is investigating legal claims against the manufacturer of Heparin. We invite you to contact us for a free, confidential consultation about your legal rights. We represent patients throughout the United States. We can help you, too, wherever you live. For free answers to your questions about the Heparin recall, please call us toll-free at 1-800-883-8888 or complete this online contact form. |
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