Fresenius GranuFlo lawyers are currently taking cases involving instances of death, heart attack and cardiac arrest while using GranuFlo. GranuFlo is considered a safe acidic concentrate mixed with dialysate during dialysis. While GranuFlo on its own is not dangerous, it can come with serious health concerns due to improper mixing. Thousands of dialysis centers across the nation use GranuFlo and thousands of patients were unaware of the risks involved with this product.
GranuFlo is used to neutralize the acid build up that can enter the bloodstream during dialysis. By itself it is considered safe but when mixed with dialysate, then it can be dangerous especially if the mixture is off. Thousands of patients have taken GranuFlo and many have already come forward about the serious side effects. Speaking to a Fresenius GranuFlo lawyer can help you determine if filing a lawsuit against the GranuFlo manufacturers is an option for you.
GranuFlo Lawsuits Across the Country
Some of the serious side effects of GranuFlo include:
- Cardiac arrest
- Low blood pressure
- Heart attack
- Stroke
- Fatality
There have been several families that have lost a loved one due to a fatal heart attack or other heart condition. Not only are they left with a loss and pain but also medical bills, funeral expenses and more. If you have suffered from a heart complication then you could be looking at a long recovery, time off work, a loss of quality of life and more. These things should not go unnoticed.
Fresenius Medical Group Fails to Warn Patients
All manufacturers of medication have a legal responsibility to warn patients of the known side effects and health concerns that may arise from their product. However, Fresenius Medical Group failed to warn patients of the concerns, even after they did studies in 2010 that confirmed the risks. In fact, in a study conducted by Fresenius Medical Group, 941 patients suffered from cardiopulmonary arrest, which was six times higher than the normal level. Fresenius kept the information to themselves and their own doctors without letting patients know. It was only after an anonymous leak in 2011 that the FDA was told about the problems and recalled the product.
It is only recently in 2012 that the GDA have confirmed the side effects of GranuFlo and have forced Fresenius to correctly label their product and warn patients of the heart concerns. However, for hundreds of patients, the warning comes too late and the damage has already been done. Fresenius is liable for any damages that their neglect has caused.
Contacting a Fresenius GranuFlo Lawyer
A Fresenius GranuFlo lawyer can help you understand your legal options and determine if you have a case. There is still plenty of time to make a case and file a claim. Filing a lawsuit can help pay for any accumulated expenses you have incurred because of the incident and can help you move forward. There are no legal fees to pay unless you win your case and all meetings are completely confidential. Please contact our 24 hour hotline at 1-800-732-3070 or fill in a form on the side of this page.