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drug_recall heparinThe heparin ingredients from China (specifically, Changzhou, China) went to an American-based heparin supplier named Scientific Protein Laboratories (SPL), which in turn supplied the heparin to the major corporation Baxter International. Baxter provides about half of the heparin used every year in the U.S. Heparin is a blood thinning drug used by more than 10 million patients each year.
Heparin from China is one more product from that country that has been recalled in recent years due to safety concerns. The quality control systems in China have been the subject of much criticism of late in the U.S., which imports billions of dollars’ worth of products from China.
Several Heparin Products Recalled
The February 2008 Baxter heparin recall included:
Heparin is most often administered by a physician, but there are also some heparin kits for use at home by patients.
Adverse Reaction to Heparin from China
Severe reactions to heparin products were reported before the recall more than 700, in fact, and 19 deaths. The symptoms of an adverse reaction to the heparin from China may include:
If you or your family member experienced any of these symptoms after being administered heparin, it’s not too late to contact an attorney to discuss your circumstances.
The second major heparin supplier in the U.S., APP Pharmaceuticals, was not part of the China heparin recall.
Talk to a Lawyer about Heparin from China
When individuals suffer harmful effects from a recalled drug, they may be able to recover money for their losses. Contact an attorney in your area today to discuss your legal concerns.
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