HEART DRUG RECALL

From a retiree, April 28, 2008
Subject: Get the word out to everyone on this drug. We have the drug on our list. Wal Mart is NOT contacting patients. I'll bet the PBM'S are not notifying either.

Actavis Totowa LLC notified healthcare professionals of a Class I nationwide recall of all strengths of Digitek, a drug used to treat heart failure and abnormal heart rhythms. The products are distributed by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc., under a “Bertek” label and by UDL Laboratories, Inc. under a “UDL” label. The product is being recalled due to the possibility that tablets with double the appropriate thickness may contain twice the approved level of active ingredient. The existence of double strength tablets poses a risk of digitalis toxicity in patents with renal failure. Digitalis toxicity can cause nausea, vomiting, dizziness, low blood pressure, cardiac instability and bradycardia. Several reports of illnesses and injuries have been reported. Patients should contact their healthcare professional with questions.

Read the entire 2008 MedWatch Safety Summary, including a link to the manufacturer's press release regarding this issue at:

http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/safety/2...08.htm#Digitek