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Propoxyphene, an opioid that is used for the treatment of mild or moderate pain, has been linked to some fatal heart problems including cardiac arrest. Because of this link, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has asked that all propoxyphene drugs be removed from the market. In response the request, Darvocet® and Darvon® (two brand names for the drug) were recalled on Nov. 19, 2010 by drug manufacturer Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals Inc.

If your loved one has died a cardiac death that you think could be linked to Darvocet® or Darvon®, contact our dangerous drug lawyers for help. We are available to investigate all heart-related injury claims involving both Darvocet® and Darvon® for free. Call us today and schedule an evaluation of your case: 1-800-889-3898.

What is Cardiac Arrest?

Cardiac arrest is the term used to describe a sudden loss of heart function. Sometimes sudden death can occur shortly after symptoms are present. Cardiac arrest is extremely dangerous and can result in brain damage or death in as little as 4 to 6 minutes after cardiac arrest occurs. According to the American Heart Association, a person’s chance for survival is reduced by as much as 7-10 percent each minute that passes following cardiac arrest.

While there are no hard statistics, the American Heart Association says it is estimated that about 95 percent of all cardiac arrest patients die before even reaching a hospital.

Signs and Symptoms of Cardiac Arrest

Patients will usually experience the following during cardiac arrest:

• Loss of consciousness
• Abnormal breathing
• No pulse

If you witness someone experiencing any cardiac arrest signs, you should call 911 immediately. If you know cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), it might help keep the person alive while the emergency crew is on the way. CPR is used to maintain blood flow to the brain and heart.

Link Between Darvocet® and Cardiac Arrest

The FDA requested that both Darvocet® and Darvon® be removed from the market after reviewing data from a study that showed a connection between these drugs and some dangerous heart abnormalities. Manufacturers of generic propoxyphene are also asked to pull the drugs from the market.

For more information, or to speak with a Darvocet® attorney about a potential claim, please contact us today.

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