Class Action.org is alerting consumers of new clinical data which has linked prescription pain medications Darvon and Darvocet (generic: propoxyphene) to serious or potentially life-threatening heart rhythm abnormalities. The FDA has announced that Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals, which manufactures these two brand name drugs, agreed to issue a voluntarily Darvon and Darvocet recall following a review of this new information. If you or a loved one has experienced an abnormal heart beat or developed cardiac problems while taking Darvon, Darvocet or the generic propoxyphene, visit http://www.classaction.org/darvon-and-darvocet.html and complete the Free Case Evaluation form to find out if you can recover compensation in light of the Darvon and
Darvocet recall.
In July 2009, the FDA asked Xanodyne to conduct a new study evaluating the cardiovascular side effects of propoxyphene; the agency had also requested that the medication include a new boxed warning outlining the risk of a fatal overdose. The results of this study found that, even when taken in recommended dosages, propoxyphene can significantly change the electrical activity of the heart. These changes can be detected with an electrocardiogram and may increase an individual’s chances of heart rhythm abnormalities, which have been associated with adverse effects, including sudden death. Dehydration, kidney problems, changes in medication and other minor modifications in a patient’s health may impact their risk of cardiovascular
Darvon side effects.
The FDA received two requests to issue a propoxyphene recall since 1978. Until now, the agency found that the pain management benefits of Darvon and Darvocet outweighed their risks. However, after examining new clinical data, along with other information, the FDA found that propoxyphene’s effectiveness was no longer enough to outweigh its risk of heart problems and requested that a Darvon and Darvocet recall be issued.
Darvocet, Darvon and propoxyphene users who have developed abnormal heart rhythms or suffered other cardiovascular side effects may be entitled to financial compensation. Visit http://www.classaction.org/darvon-and-darvocet.html today to receive a free evaluation of your claim and to learn more about the
Darvon recall. The Darvocet recall lawyers working with Class Action.org are offering this online case review at no cost and remain committed to protecting the rights of patients who were injured due to defective drugs.
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