Drug Side Effects
Digitek/digoxin is a drug prescribed primarily for patients diagnosed with abnormal heart rhythms or heart failure. Actavis Group, an Icelandic pharmaceutical company, manufactures Digitek, the generic version of digoxin The drug is distributed by Mylan Pharmaceuticals, Inc under the label “Bertek,” and by UDL Laboratories Inc., under the label “UDL.” Digitek/digoxin was recently recalled due to the issuance of double-strength tablets which can cause Digitalis toxicity.
If you or a loved one have been injured by Digitek/digoxin, you should contact an attorney immediately. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and we can help.
Digitalis toxicity can result in serious side effects including nausea, vomiting, bradycardia, dizziness, low blood pressure, cardiac instability, even death. Serious side effects and illness have been reported by Digitek users due to Digitalis toxicity.
Again, if you or a loved one have been injured by Digitek/digoxin, you may be entitled to compensation for those injuries as well as costs you may incur for monitoring actual and potential injuries in the future.
Digitek is used to treat heart failure and abnormal heart rhythms. A recall has been issued for Digitek tablets. An overdose of this medication is hazardous to patient health. The tablets may have twice the permitted level of Digoxin. This dosage may cause digitalis (toxicity which may result in nausea, vomiting, low blood pressure, cardiac instability, bradycardia and in some instances death. Patients should call their doctor immediately. Retailers should return the tablets to the distributor.
If you or a family member has been affected by an over dose of Digoxin which may produce a variety of rhythm disturbances, you should contact an attorney immediately. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and we can help.
The tablets may have twice the permitted level of Digoxin. This dosage may cause digitalis toxicity which may result in nausea, vomiting, low blood pressure, cardiac instability, bradycardia and in some instances death.
Approximately one half of patients show signs of cardiac problems. Those patients with preexisting sinoatrial or AV conduction disorders may show signs of heart block. One fourth of patients showed signs of gastrointestinal problems. Digoxin may cause anorexia, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. In rare cases, the use of Digoxin has been linked with abdominal pain. Digoxin can cause visual issues such as blurred or yellow vision, headache, weakness, dizziness, apathy, confusion and mental disturbances (such as anxiety, depression, delirium, and hallucination). In rare cases, rashes and other skin reactions have been observed. Infants and Children: The side effects of Digoxin observed in infants and children vary from those seen in adults. Anorexia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and CNS instability have been noted in young patients but they are rarely the early symptoms of an over dose. The first and most common symptoms of excessive dosing with Digoxin in infants and children are the appearance of cardiac arrhythmias including sinus bradycardia. Sinus bradycardia may be a sign of impending Digoxin intoxication, especially in infants, even in the absence of first-degree heart block. Drug Interactions Due to the sizeable unpredictability of drug interactions, the dosage of Digoxin should be individualized for each patient.
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Digitek, or the medication sold generically as digoxin by several companies has been recalled. Actavis Totowa LLC, a United States manufacturing division of the international generic pharmaceutical company Actavis Group, initiated a Class I nationwide recall of Digitek® (digoxin tablets, USP, all strengths) for oral use after the possible commercial release of tablets with twice the approved level of the active ingredient heightening the risk of digitalis toxicity in patients with renal failure.
After reports have been received that patients who took the tablets have suffered heart attacks, strokes or death as a result of digitalis toxicity, the company initiated the recall. Other patients have reported Digitek side effects include low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, vision problems, nausea and dizziness. According to reports, the drug was incorrectly manufactured doubling the amount of active ingredient thus spiking the risk of side effects dramatically.
While correct dosage of Digoxin helps strengthen the heart and is commonly prescribed for a host of heart conditions including atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter and heart failure, a higher dosage can cause digitalis toxicity in patients with renal failure. Digitalis toxicity can cause nausea, vomiting, dizziness, low blood pressure, cardiac instability, bradycardia and death. Several reports of illness and injury have been received, according to FDA.
Common side effects also include: loss of appetite, diarrhea, blurred vision, visual disturbances (yellow-green halos), confusion, drowsiness, nightmares, agitation, and/or depression. Less frequent adverse effects include: acute psychosis, delirium, amnesia, and the possibility of life-threatening heart complications, including additional arrhythmia episodes and heart failure.
If you or a loved one experiences the adverse effect of Digitek, contact an attorney immediately.
On April 28, 2008, the FDA issued a Class I Recall for all strengths of the prescription drug Digitek a.k.a. DigoxIn. A Class I Recall is the highest level of urgency due to the possibility of endangerment or death and requires immediate action by all parties making, selling and using the drug. Digitek or Digoxin is a drug used to treat heart failure and abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmia) and is manufactured by Actavis Towota LLC. The drug is distributed either by Mylan Pharmaceuticals under a “Bertek” label or by UDL Laboratories under a “UDL” label.
The reason for the recall is due to the possibility that some of the Digitek or Digoxin tablets have double the normal thickness and could contain double the dose of the active ingredient. This double strength dose could cause digitalis toxicity in patients. Digitalis Toxicity can cause nausea, vomiting, dizziness, low blood pressure, cardiac problems and bradycardia (a slow heart beat of less than 60 beats per minute).
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Any dosage of Digitek or Digoxin could contain the double dosage. If you have experienced any of the symptoms of digitalis toxicity (slow heart rate, low blood pressure, dizziness, cardiac instability, nausea or vomiting) please contact your doctor or closest Hospital Emergency Room for immediate medical assistance.
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Digitek (dioxin) tablets were prescribed to treat heart failure and abnormal heart rhythms. Digitek was recalled due to the existence of double the approved level of the active ingredient, causing a risk of digitalis toxicity in patients being treated for renal failure.
If you or a loved one have been injured by Digitek, you should contact an attorney immediately. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and we can help.
Digitek has been incorrectly labeled, often times containing twice the recommended dosage. The tablets may contain twice the appropriate active ingredient, which could lead to severe and fatal health consequences.
Digitalis toxicity and side effects include vomiting, dizziness, nausea, low blood pressure, seizures, decreased appetite, confusion, hallucinations, cardiac instability and bradycardia. Excessive Digitalis ingestion has even resulted in death.
If you or a loved one have been injured by Digitek, you should contact an attorney immediately. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and we can help.
On April 29, 2008, Digitek (Digoxin) manufacturer recalls product tablets, saying that it may have accidentally released pills that are double the normal thickness, thus carrying twice the normal dosage. Because Digitek tablets contain twice the level of approved Digoxin, the existence of double-strength pills pose a serious health risk to those taking it.
IF YOU OR ANYONE YOU KNOW HAS BEEN HURT BY TAKING DIGOXIN, QUICKLY CONTACTING AN ATTORNEY MAY BE IN YOUR BEST INTEREST. WE MAY BE ABLE TO COMPENSATE YOU FOR YOUR PAIN AND SUFFERING.
Overdosing on Digoxen is also very hazardous. What’s more, Digoxin was used in a number of murders in the 1980’s and 90’s which were committed by a nurse who claimed to want to “end their suffering” as motive for the killings.
The side effects of Digoxen can cause “digitalis toxicity,” which can result in nausea, vomiting, low blood pressure, cardiac instability, bradycardia and sometimes death.
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On April 25, 2008, Actavis Totowa LLC initiated a Class I nationwide recall of oral-use Digitek® (digoxin) tablets in all strengths. This was an all-lot, voluntary recall.
The possibility exists that tablets with double thicknesses were commercially released, thus containing twice the approved level of active drug ingredients.
If you or a loved one suffered as a result of ingesting Digitek® (digoxin) which contained twice the recommended dosage amount, you should contact an attorney immediately. You may be entitled to compensation, and we can help.
Digitek® (digoxin) is used in the treatment of abnormal heart rhythms, atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, and heart failure in both humans and animals.
Doubling the tablet thickness-and thereby increasing the active ingredient-could result in serious illness to humans and life-threatening drug reactions in animals. There is a specific risk of digitalis toxicity in patients with renal failure, including nausea, vomiting, dizziness, low blood pressure, cardiac instability and bradycardia. Death may also result from an excessive Digitalis intake.
If Digitek® (digoxin) has caused illness or suffering to you or a loved one, it is important that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible. We can assist in obtaining financial compensation for your injuries and suffering.
Information on Side Effects and What To Do if You’ve Been Affected
Digoxin, a drug manufactured under the name Digitek, has been recalled by its manufacturer. Digitek is a tablet prescribed to treat heart failure and abnormal heart rhythms. The recall is due to the commercial release of tablets containing twice the approved level of active ingredient, resulting in dangerous side effects.
Side effects could include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, low blood pressure, cardiac instability and bradycardia. These side effects can also result in death. If you or a loved one have suffered any side effects while using Digitek, you may be entitled to compensation. You are urged to contact an attorney immediately.
A recall has been issued on all Digitek tablets. Digitek is a brand name for the heart medication digoxin. As a very serious medication with potentially lethal side effects on overdose, proper and accurate dosage is imperative. Some Digitek tablets have been found to have up to two times the intended quantity of digoxin per dose, making overdose and side effects significantly more likely.
If you or a loved one has been injured by Digitek, you should contact an attorney immediately. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and we can help.
All Digitek (digoxin) tablets are under recall, because some Digitek tablets have been improperly manufactured at nearly double the prescribed dose.
Side effects of digoxin overdose include, but are not limited to: nausea, vomiting, low blood pressure, cardiac instability, bradycardia and even death.
Please don’t fail to act. If you or a loved one has been injured by Digitek, you should contact an attorney immediately. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and we can help.
A class I nationwide recall has been conducted by Actavis Totowa (formerly Amide Pharmaceutical, Inc.) of all strengths of Digitek. Digitek is a drug used in tablet form to help treat heart failure and abnormal heart rhythms. Bertek (a label used by Mylan Pharmaceuticals) and UDL Laboratories Incorporated are the primary distributors of the medication. Patients with renal failure are at high risk of contracting Digitalis Toxicity with the existence of the double strength tablets. Digitalis Toxicity can cause the following symptoms: low blood pressure, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, cardiac instability and bradycardia (a slower than normal heart rate). Death can also result from excessive digestion of Digitalis.
If you or a loved one has been injured by Digitek (digoxin), you should contact an attorney immediately. You may be entitled to compensation for you injuries and we can help.
The voluntary all lot recall has been conducted due to the possibility that Digitek tablets with double appropriate thickness may have been commercially released. These tablets may contain two times the approved level of active ingredient digoxin. Many reports of either illness or injury have been reported to the Food and Drug Administration.
Digitek (digoxin) can cause the following symptoms: vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, dizziness, confusion, low blood pressure, cardiac instability and irregular pulse, heart palpitations, loss of appetite and bradycardia (a slower than normal heart rate). Patients can experience vision changes such as blurred vision, experiencing changes in color perception, blind spots in vision, and also seeing halos or light rings around objects. Patients can also experience decreased urine output and excessive nighttime urination, decreased consciousness, and difficulty breathing when lying down. At its most severe, death can result from excessive Digitalis intake.
Retailers who have possession of this medication are instructed and urged to return the product to the place of purchase. Consumers with medical questions should contact their health care provider. If a consumer has experienced any adverse reactions due to this product they should convey these problems to the FDA’s Med watch program by phone at 1-800-fda-1088, or on the Med watch website at www.fda.gov/medwatch. News reports have conveyed that issues dealing with Digitek and its complications could have gone back as far as 2006.
If you or a loved one has been injured by Digitek (digoxin), you should contact an attorney immediately, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and we can help.
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