Heartworm Medicine Recalled After Animal Deaths
Medication Administered With Injection
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Even though one of his canine patients died, he still believes the drug was safe."The general population -- heartworms is a whole lot bigger problem than the reactions we saw from the drug," Tharp said.The FDA said over the past three years, approximately 5,000 animals have had an adverse reaction to ProHeart 6. About 500 have died.But officials said that millions of dogs were given the drug without any problems.Kelly Goss, a spokeswoman for the maker of ProHeart 6, released the following statement:"We are saddened by any news of a pet's illness or loss. Based on a thorough evaluation of FDA data and consultation with independent experts in veterinary medicine and epidemiology, Fort Dodge Animal Health remains confident in the safety and efficacy of ProHeart 6."Some dog owners wanted to know how they can tell if their pet was given ProHeart 6.Vets said ProHeart 6 was the only heartworm medicine that was administered as an injection."If you had the injection, most of the real severe reactions are very, very soon after you give it," Tharp said.More Information: Copyright 2005 by Click2Houston.com. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.







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