Digitek

THE PROBLEM.

The FDA has issued a nationwide recall of Digitek (digoxin tablets) due to the possibility that tablets with double-thickness, containing twice the approved level of active ingredient, may have been commercially released. The existence of double strength tablets poses a risk of digitalis toxicity. Digitalis toxicity can cause nausea, vomiting, dizziness, low blood pressure, cardiac instability and bradycardia. Death can also result from excessive Digitalis intake. Several reports of illnesses and injuries have been received by Actavis.

As stated by the FDA, “Digitek® is used to treat heart failure and abnormal heart rhythms. The existence of double strength tablets poses a risk of digitalis toxicity in patients with renal failure. Digitalis toxicity can cause nausea, vomiting, dizziness, low blood pressure, cardiac instability and bradycardia. Death can also result from excessive Digitalis intake. Several reports of illnesses and injuries have been received.”

SYMPTOMS.

Symptoms of digitalis toxicity include:

  • Visual changes, changes in color perception - yellow-green distortion is most common, but red, brown, blue, and white also occur; halos, bright spots, blind spots, blurred vision
  • Palpitations
  • Irregular pulse, bradycardia (slow heart rate below 60 bpm)
  • Dizziness, loss of consciousness
  • Low blood pressure
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea/ vomiting
  • Decreased urine output
  • Excessive nighttime urination
  • Cold sweats
  • Difficulty breathing when lying down
  • Death

Digitek tablets were distributed by Mylan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. under a “Bertek” label and by UDL Laboratories, Inc. under a “UDL” label. The public has been advised to contact their health care providers if they have any medical questions regarding the recalled Digitek tablets. Do not discontinue any medication without first consulting your doctor.

HELPING YOU.

If you believe you have been injured as a result of taking Digitek, please call me today for a free case evaluation at (901) 527-2125, or SEND AN E-MAIL today.

FOR MORE INFORMATION.

I strive to seek justice for my clients using aggressive and efficient representation that is also personal to you, the client. I invite you to contact me for a free case evaluation, as I will promptly respond to emails and telephone calls:

Ed Wallis III
Glassman, Edwards, Wade & Wyatt, P.C.
26 N. 2nd Street
Memphis, TN 38103
Telephone: (901) 527-2125
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Ed practices primarily in the Mid South and Metropolitan Memphis area, an area encompassing Western Tennessee, Eastern Arkansas and Northern Mississippi. Some cities covered in our wide range of practice include Memphis (TN), Cordova (TN), Bartlett (TN), Collerville (TN), Millington (TN), Covington (TN), Somerville (TN), Ripley (TN), Dyersburg (TN), Tiptonville (TN), Union City (TN), Dresden (TN), Humboldt (TN), Milan (TN), Trenton (TN), Alamo (TN), Brownsville (TN), Jackson (TN), Bolivar (TN), Henderson (TN), Lexington (TN), Selmer (TN), Savannah (TN), Parsons (TN), McKenzie (TN), Huntingdon (TN), Paris (TN), West Memphis (AR), Marion (AR), Southhaven (MS), Olive Branch (MS), Hernando (MS), Horn Lake (MS), and Senatobia (MS). This also includes the following counties: Shelby (TN), Tipton (TN), Lauderdale (TN), Dyer (TN), Lake (TN), Obion (TN), Gibson (TN) Crockett (TN), Haywood (TN), Fayette (TN), Hardeman (TN), Madison (TN) Henderson (TN), Carroll (TN), HHenry (TN), Benton (TN), Chester (TN), Decatur (TN), McNairy (TN), Hardin (TN) Perry (TN), Tunica (MS), Desoto (MS), Tate (MS), Marshall (MS), Lafayette (MS), Crittendon (AR), Mississippi (AR), Poinsett (AR), Craighead (AR), Cross (AR), St. Francis (AR), Lee (AR), Phillips (AR). Ed is able to review cases and provide free case evaluations from persons across the country.

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