Health Sciences Institute: Code Red Alert -
Code Red - Beware Killer Coumadin!
If you've recently received a free sample pack of Coumadin from your doctor, DO NOT USE IT!
The FDA just issued an urgent recall alert for sample packs of Coumadin in the 1 mg strength--because taking these pills could put you in dire straits.
Bristol-Myers Squibb initiated the recall when they realized that a key ingredient--the one that activates the Coumadin--wasn't working properly, which could make your medication extremely dangerous, if not deadly.
In some cases, the dose may be too high, which can increase your risk of bleeding. For others, the dose could be too low, increasing your risk of heart attack and stroke.
Either way, this free Coumadin sample could end up costing your life.
The unsafe sample packs are from the following lot numbers: Lot# 9A48931A, 9A48931B, 9A48931C, all with expiration dates of January 2012.
--Michele
Click on link below for what coumadin 1 mg looks like and the details of article...
http://www.coumadin.com/
The FDA just issued an urgent recall alert for sample packs of Coumadin in the 1 mg strength--because taking these pills could put you in dire straits.
Bristol-Myers Squibb initiated the recall when they realized that a key ingredient--the one that activates the Coumadin--wasn't working properly, which could make your medication extremely dangerous, if not deadly.
In some cases, the dose may be too high, which can increase your risk of bleeding. For others, the dose could be too low, increasing your risk of heart attack and stroke.
Either way, this free Coumadin sample could end up costing your life.
The unsafe sample packs are from the following lot numbers: Lot# 9A48931A, 9A48931B, 9A48931C, all with expiration dates of January 2012.
--Michele
Click on link below for what coumadin 1 mg looks like and the details of article...
http://www.coumadin.com/
Coumadin should only be use if your doctor have you on a therapy treatment to thin your blood.This drug is used for patients who have thick blood or any blood clots, and you have to get your blood drawn daily or weekly to monitor the levels in the body.