Deaths Linked to Heparin

Jamie Sheller
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Posted by Jamie ShellerSeptember 29, 2008 12:02 AM

Several deaths have been linked to specific lots of heparin. Baxter International makes heparin, which is a popular blood-thinner. The drug is often used in patients prior to dialysis or heart surgery. In early 2008, there was a significant increase in allergic reactions to heparin. Some patients died following those allergic reactions. According to the FDA, several of the deaths have been linked to drug lots contaminated by a substance called oversulfated chondroitin sulfate. Following the spike in allergic reactions, Baxter's heparin products were recalled in February 2008. The active ingredient in Baxter's heparin came from Scientific Products Laboratories, a Wisconsin-based company, that manufactured the raw ingredients at a plant in China. Chinese health officials dispute the FDA's findings that the tainted product originated in China. If you, or someone you know, has been injured by heparin, contact Sheller, P.C., at 215-790-7300.

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Kristina Anderson
Posted by Kristina Anderson
September 29, 2008 11:02 AM

If Sanofi- Aventis' product was also contaminated, and the same products being sold in Europe were being sold in the U.S., then why aren't they in the line of fire along with Baxter?

My father in law died in January, 2008, after being on the Sanofi-Aventis Lovenox for six weeks. He had the textbook symptoms; however, to date, no law firm is interested in looking at the case. I have the unused product. Regards.

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Sanofi-Aventis To Recall Rest Of Lovenox Distributed Pre-May

Monday September 22nd, 2008 / 18h06

PARIS -(Dow Jones)- French drugs regulator AFSSAPS said Monday that pharmaceuticals giant Sanofi-Aventis SA (SNY) will recall the remaining batches of its blockbuster anti-coagulant Lovenox that were distributed before May 2008.
The action is the second recall of the drug in pre-filled injectible solution form on concern over traces of the contaminant chondroitin sulfate in the batches. The first recall took place in May, the agency said.
This latest recall puts to rest the precautionary measures put into place, the AFSSAPS said in a statement.
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-By A.H. Mooradian, Dow Jones Newswires;+33 1 4017 1740; art.mooradian@dowjones.com
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