Trasylol

Trasylol, which has the generic name Aprotinin, is used to reduce blood loss and the need for blood transfusions in patients undergoing certain types of heart surgery. Since it gained FDA approval in 1993, Trasylol has been administrated to more than one million patients in over 60 countries. In 2007, however, Trasylol’s maker, Bayer, stopped producing the drug after Trasylol was linked to several life-threatening side effects.

How Trasylol Works

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Trasylol is a protease inhibitor and contains the active ingredient aprotinin. Trasylol works by destroying a natural enzyme in the blood that prevents blood clotting, reducing the inflammatory response associated with cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.

Trasylol Side Effects

Trasylol has been linked to various side effects which range from mild to life-threatening. Contact your doctor if any of the following common Trasylol side effects persist or become bothersome:

constipation
diarrhea
difficulty urinating
infection (fever, chills, sore throat)
lightheadedness
sleeplessness
vomiting

Serious Trasylol Side Effects

A study published by the New England Journal of Medicine found that Trasylol use increases the risk of suffering dangerous and potentially fatal side effects. These dangerous Trasylol side effects include:

Trasylol Allergic Reactions

Trasylol may cause severe and sometimes fatal allergic reactions. The risk of having an allergic reaction to Trasylol is higher in patients who have previously received Trasylol. Additionally, the risk of fatal allergic reactions may be greater in patients who receive Trasylol more than once in a 12-month period of time. Symptoms of an allergic reaction to Trasylol include:

rash
hives
itching
difficulty breathing
tightness in the chest
swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue
fast heartbeat
pale skin
severe low blood pressure
loss of consciousness

Injured by Trasylol?

If you or a family member received Trasylol during heart surgery and suffered serious side effects, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Our experienced Trasylol attorneys would be happy to answer your legal questions and inform you of your legal rights and options. Contact us today for a free and confidential case review.