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Cluster of cases of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) associated with intravenous nonmedical use of Opana ER®
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10/26/12
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Series:HAN ; 331
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Language:English
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Description:October 26, 2012, 18:00 ET (6:00 PM ET) CDCHAN-00331-2012-26-10-UPD-N The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are working with the Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) on investigating a cluster of at least 12 patients with thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) who have injected the opioid pain reliever, Opana ER® (oxymorphone extended-release), for nonmedical reasons since February, 2012. Investigation is ongoing. This HAN notice provides information on the following: • Status of the investigation • Background on T T P and Opana ER® • Recommendations • Case definition
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