The recent recall of the heart drug Digitek is causing problems for consumers. Digitek is a generic drug made by Actavis Totowa that treats congestive heart failure and abnormal heart rhythms. It was recalled because of the possibility that some tablets were twice the thickness, containing twice the approved dose.

Though Actavis Totowa recommends users switch to the brand-name drug Lanoxin, many pharmacies no longer stock it and some insurers do not cover it. If Lanoxin is not available, it is recommended users take digoxin. However, switching to substitutes or abruptly stopping use of Digitek can cause serious health problems.

If you take Digitek and are unsure what to do, talk to your doctor. 

If you or a loved one has been harmed by a dangerous drug or product, contact the attorneys at Cappolino Dodd Krebs LLP today, at 1-800-460-0606.

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