Digitek Causes Toxicity and Death

The FDA has recently released a Class 1 Digitek recall for all strengths of Digitek tablets. The tablets, manufactured by Actavis Totowa, may possibly contain a double dose of the active ingredient in Digitek (digoxin). Over ingestion of digoxin can result in severe side effects including digitalis toxicity, a condition which may result in death.

The recall of Digitek tablets are sold under the labels “UDL” and “Bertek” and are distributed by Mylan Pharmaceuticals.

Digitek is a medication prescribed to patients who suffer from heart failure or irregular heart beats. When taken properly Digitek (digoxin) allows the heart to beat at a regular, strong, pace. If taken in larger doses, as in the double strength recalled Digitek tablets, digitalis can build up in the body and digitalis toxicity may occur.

Recall of Digitek (digoxin, UDL, Bertek) drug tablets appear thicker and larger in size than safe Digitek tablets due to their increased strength. Digitek recall tablets should not be consumed as they may cause severe side effects or death. This risk is increased for those who suffer from renal failure or who are currently taking a diuretic.

Actavis Group has decided to recall the heart drug because roughly 50% of all the tablets may be twice as thick and contain double the dosage of medication than it is supposed to. These stronger tables may cause toxicity in renal failure persons. Some patients have become very sick and many have died from the active ingredient which is fatal in large doses. All batch and lot numbers are subject to this recall and subject to recover compensation for injuries or medical costs.

Recalled Digitek tablets cause severe illness, digitalis toxicity, and may result in death. These side effects are serious, dangerous, and life altering. If you or a loved one has been affected by the Digitek recalls contact our law firm today. Our Digitek lawyers will provide you with the legal guidance, support, and help you need to receive compensation for your Digitek (Bertek, UDL, digoxin) injuries.