Procrit

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It's always fascinating when a drug hits the headlines in an extremely unique way. Such was the case with Procrit, a medication that earned an undesirable reputation when it was alleged to be taken by athletes to enhance their performances.

Procrit is generally used to treat anemia resulting from chemotherapy or renal failure. In a nutshell, it regulates red blood cell production; thus, it's the perfect agent to boost a cancer patient's failing energies. It is also sometimes used during surgeries or medical procedures where blood transfusions (and resulting blood loss) may occur.

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Unfortunately Procrit has a number of severe and potentially fatal side effects. Two of the most dangerous ones include red blood cell aplasia and blood clots. Red blood cell aplasia occurs when the stem cells in the bone marrow fail to mature into red blood cells. Without red blood cells oxygen cannot circulate throughout the body, which can cause tissue damage and organ failure. Ironically Procrit can worse the condition it was intended to remedy.

Blood clots are extremely dangerous because they have few external symptoms before they cause any damage. Should a blood clot travel to the brain, heart, or lungs they can cause strokes, heart attacks, or pulmonary embolisms. Any one of these conditions can be immediately fatal.

This leads to many questions, including whether Procrit was properly prescribed or studied. After all, if it can cause a deadly strain on the heart (due to an increase in hematocrit) from usage by those who are "fit", what are its adverse side effects on those who are not so healthy?

If you or someone you care about has been prescribed Procrit and suffered adverse side effects you may be entitled to take legal action to recover financial compensation for your pain and loss. Let our dedicated and experienced Procrit attorneys help you get the compensation you deserve. You must act quickly to ensure that the statute of limitations in your state provides enough time begin the legal action you require. Contact us today.

 


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Patricia Denniston says: 2007-03-14 12:20:03
My registered domestic partner died 2/2/02. He was diabetic with kidney failure. and was taking Procrit 2000units 3 times a week for a fairly long time. In April 2001 he suffered a TIA. His problem shortly before death was dizziness, loss of equilibrium, then angina. They aborted his angiogram, he then appeared to have two heart attacks while in ICU and died 2 days later.


Randi Smith says: 2007-03-17 19:24:44
My father past away 01/01/04 after being on Procrit for 6 months. He was a kidey transplant patient and was being worked up for his second transplant when he passed suddenly.


Marylyn Reagan says: 2007-03-18 05:17:31
I was in a Procrit study wherein I was given large doses...within a month I suffered a massive heart blockage...required 3 stents...I was in the middle of chemo at the time... ...recently they had me on Aransep...extreme fatigue, the anemia got worse, heart rhythem affected, and diabetes out of control. They took me off Aranesp a week ago...the next day the news reported that it (along with Procrit) have been taken off the market. In light of this I would be very interested in speaking with you about legal action. Marylyn Reagan El Camino Village, Ca 310-679-2217


tracey says: 2007-04-16 14:02:55
sounds like procrit can be dangerous.


tracey says: 2007-04-16 14:03:14
sounds like procrit can be dangerous.


jennifer says: 2007-04-16 14:03:36
yes, this is very serious.


ara sawyer says: 2007-09-21 17:47:33
i am a diabetic with kidney failure- my blood count went down to 9 and they started giving me 10,000 units of procrit a week for 2 mos. 2 of those weeks i got a double dose --so far no side effects but what natural alternate is there for anemia thanks ac


Margaret says: 2008-02-05 15:53:23
Today I went to see an Oncologist who after taking cbc.s said that I am anemia,I have been taking Azathroprine for the past few years which s a pill form of chemotherapy for Lesions on my lungs,and think thats what has caused the anemia. He gave me a shot of Procrit and I have to get shots once a week. Please advise me if I should continue this course. I have read deadly things about this medication


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