Who should be concerned with Heparin?
It’s being reported that US deaths from Heparin continue to climb. It’s worth revisiting this subject to warn who should be concerned about this issue. If you don’t know what Heparin is used for or want general information concerning the drug go to the InjuryBoard link or the Jane Akre’s discussion. She’s done a very good job of boiling the controversy down to its essence. But that won’t answer how to protect you. You’ll need to visit the FDA site to get further detailed information. The FDA reports that most of the reported adverse reactions have occurred for kidney dialysis patients. If you are a kidney dialysis patient you’ll need to discuss the use of Heparin and other alternative drugs with your doctor. Most of the cases took place at kidney dialysis centers. Other cases have included patients undergoing heart surgery or a specialized blood cell treatment called photopheresis. WebMd Here is a synopsis of what you need to know and where to read further. InjuryBoard – General Descri
