Coumadin is a powerful blood-thinning drug that was originally developed as a pesticide. It is still used in rat poison to this day. In the 1950s, medical professionals began using Coumadin as an anticoagulant drug, to prevent and treat blood clots.
Today, many patients who have been given Coumadin have suffered serious, life threatening injuries due to the misuse of the drug. If you or a family member has been harmed by a Coumadin error, the attorneys at Kirsch Gartenberg Howard LLP are here to offer advice and advocacy. We have significant experience helping people across northern New Jersey and New York City who have suffered due to medical malpractice and the misuse of prescription drugs.
Contact us today for a free case evaluation at our offices in Hackensack or Manhattan. Speak with an experienced Bergen County medical malpractice attorney today.
The Dangers of Coumadin
Coumadin, also known by its generic name warfarin, is a volatile drug and must only be used with the utmost caution. Giving the correct dose of Coumadin is very difficult. It is prone to harmful reactions with other medications and even chemicals found in common food items like garlic, cranberry juice and licorice.
No two patients react the same way to Coumadin. A doctor must be careful in prescribing Coumadin and identify any potential risks by thoroughly researching the patient's medical history, diet and general health.
Failure to Monitor Coumadin Patients
Doctors must also carefully monitor a patient who is taking Coumadin. A little too much of the drug could thin the blood to the extent the patient is at risk of internal bleeding. Too little of the drug will fail to protect the patient from blood clots, pulmonary embolisms and other serious conditions.
If you or a loved one has been injured due to the misuse of Coumadin, it is important to explore your legal options. Our attorneys have a proven record of success handling medical malpractice lawsuits involving prescription drug errors and other forms of negligence. We will build the strongest possible case on your behalf and do everything in our power to see that all negligent parties are held accountable for the hardships you have suffered.
Contact a Bergen County Medical Malpractice Attorney
Call 877-319-7488 to arrange a free initial consultation with a knowledgeable Essex County prescription drug errors lawyer. We can also arrange evening appointments or home or hospital visits.
From our law offices in Hackensack and Manhattan, Kirsch Gartenberg Howard LLP has served individuals and businesses across northern New Jersey, including Bergen County, Essex County, Union County, Middlesex County and Passaic County, and the five boroughs of New York City since 1984.
