Trasylol injection safety warning
The FDA has announced that there will be a stronger Trasylol injection warning and that the use of the injection should be limited to specific situations. The Trasylol injection has been linked to a serious risk of kidney damage, heart attacks, strokes and death. As a result, Trasylol lawsuits are being investigated nationwide.
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The Trasylol (aprotinin) injection may be given before heart surgery to reduce bleeding. The manufacturer, Bayer Pharmaceuticals Corporation, has previously failed to properly warn users and the medical community of the serious and life threatening side effects associated with their product. For many users, safer and less expensive alternatives may have been available, which could have reduced the risk of Trasylol kidney damage and other serious injuries.
On December 15, 2006, the FDA announced the new label change which is designed to inform physicians and patients about the Trasylol injection dangers and to make sure the product is only used for specific situations. The manufacturers have promoted the Trasylol injection heavily to heart surgeons and other medical providers. However, the FDA has indicated that it should only be marketed for use in patients who are at a high risk for blood loss and blood transfusions.
TRASYLOL INJECTION LAWSUITS
Saiontz & Kirk has been reviewing potential Trasylol injection lawsuits since February 2006. Despite known risks, the manufacturer has failed to sufficiently warn patients and the medical community. As a result, thousands of serious injuries have been suffered which might have been preventable.
Trasylol studies have confirmed that the injection increases the risk of kidney failure, heart attacks and strokes when compared with other treatments. In addition, preliminary results from a new study announced in September 2006 suggest the Trasylol injection also increases the risk of death or congestive heart failure.
Trasylol lawsuits are being pursued for individuals who have received the heart surgery injection and suffered kidney damage, a heart attack, a stroke or death. To determine if you or a loved one may be entitled to compensation, request a free claim evaluation.
