Alexion Drug Recall for Soliris Intravenous Drug for Visible Particles

Alexion Pharmaceuticals has issued a voluntary drug recall for certain lots of Soliris, a brand-name drug used to treat clotting disorders.

The company said that the drug recall was related to a problem in the manufacturing process, which spurred a similar drug recall in November 2013.  Defective products and tainted drugs can be deadly.

The nine lots that fall within the drug recall were reportedly shipped between June and October 2013, and have visible particulate matter in the injections. Alexion representatives stated that they believe hospitals do not have much inventory of the tainted Soliris drug left.

The company also said that they believe the visible particles came from a problem with a component used in filling vials of Soliris. The one known affected lot under the drug recall is #10007A; eight other lot numbers were recalled as part of the drug recall – 10002-1, 00006-1, 10003A, 10004A, 10005A, 10005AR, 10006A and 10008A – because they used the same component during the manufacturing process.

Soliris is a brand-name drug used to treat two ultra-rare genetic disorders, paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) and atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS), which can cause severe clotting problems and damage to red blood cells which can later cause kidney, brain, and heart damage if untreated. Visible particulates in an injectable drug can also cause problems with clotting, leading to the size of Alexion’s voluntary drug recall.

Alexion is notifying all customers and offering replacements of the drugs.

Drug Recalls and Personal Injury

Did you know that every year approximately 200,000 Americans die from prescription drug reactions? While the U.S. government pours billions of dollars into illegal drug interdiction every year, more Americans die from problems with legal, prescription drugs than illegal ones. Although the complications may lead to drug recalls, the process can take years, while consumers file complaints and personal injury lawsuits against the pharmaceutical company pile up.

To protect yourself and your family, it’s important to know what products and drugs have been recalled because they are defective or unsafe. Federal agencies such as the FDA (Food and Drug Administration), the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture), and the CPSC (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission) frequently issue recalls for medical devices, drugs, and products that may be harmful to consumers. Every year, thousands of consumers sustain serious injuries from defective drugs.  Defective products that commonly cause injuries include medical devices, pharmaceutical products, toys, cars and automotive parts.

Consumers that have been harmed by defective products such as drugs, medical devices, or other products, may receive compensation for their damages. Available damages may include compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, loss of physical capacity, pain, suffering, and mental anguish. Punitive damages are also available in many jurisdictions to punish defendants in those cases involving particularly egregious conduct which demonstrates a reckless or wanton disregard for the safety of the public.

The Strom Law Firm Can Help with Defective Drug Recall Cases

The Strom Law Firm, L.L.C. is a leader in the consumer protection battle against dangerous prescription drugs and medical devices. We represent individuals who have been killed or injured by defective pharmaceuticals, or drug recalls that came too late. If you or a family member have been injured or killed after using a drug or medical device, and no drug recall has been issued, contact our defective drug lawyers as soon as possible so that we can begin taking steps to preserve evidence and your claim immediately. We offer free consultations to discuss the facts of your case. 803.252.4800