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INRatio Class Action Lawsuit
Investigating a class action lawsuit on behalf of users of INRatio – a medical device used to measure a patient’s blood clotting ability when taking blood thinning drugs. Reports show INRatio devices have misreported user’s blood clotting levels when compared to an independent laboratory. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), since 2002 Alere, INRatio’s manufacturer, has received over 18,000 reports that the device was providing incorrect readings. About 1,300 reports alleged serious injuries, including 16 reported deaths in connection with using INRatio. In 2014, Alere recalled strips used for the INRatio2 because they were producing incorrect readings. The FDA classified this recall as a “Class 1,” meaning use of the product could cause serious injury or death. In 2015, Alere advised customers of the device to stop using it if they had the flu or other infections and chronic diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis. If you use INRatio in conjunction with taking blood thinning drugs, please contact us for a free consultation. |
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