Avandia

has been linked to very serious heart problems when taken with insulin. Avandia is produced by GlaxoSmithKline and was first approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 1999 to treat type II, or adult onset diabetes, Avandia quickly became one of the most popular drugs for the company GlaxoSmithKline

The FDA Safety Alert warns that patients who are taking Avandia (rosiglitazone) - especially those who are known to have underlying heart disease or who are at high risk of heart attack (myocardial infarction) -  should speak to their physicians about their continued use of Avanidia.

The findings of a study, which will appear in the June 14, 2007 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine. In this study researchers evaluated forty-two (42) separate studies comparing patients using Avandia (rosiglitazone) to patients who were not using Avandia. This study concludes that patients taking Avanida (rosiglitazone) face a 43% increased risk of heart attack, and a 64% increased risk of dying from heart related ( cardiovascular) disease.

The Diabetes drug, Avandia, has many painful side effects when taken.  The most life-threatening side effect is congestive heart failure.  In September of 2003, the Mayo Clinic Proceedings published that Avandia had caused 6 reported cases of congestive heart failure in males between of 66 – 78 years old.  Avandia also has many other dangerous side effects

Avandia Maker Sued Over Heart Attack

“The widow and son of a Beaumont man are suing the maker of the popular diabetes drug Avandia, alleging it contributed to the man's death from a heart attack. Larry Alan Stanford, 60, died May 21, the same day a scientific analysis was published in the New England Journal of Medicine saying that Avandia was linked to a greater risk of heart attack and possibly death. His widow, Peggie Stanford, and son, Ryan Stanford, filed the lawsuit against GlaxoSmithKline PLC on Tuesday in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas.”

Associated Press, Forbes 6/20/07

Diabetes Drugs to Receive Strongest Warning

The makers of diabetes drugs Avandia and Actos have agreed to add the most severe warning to inform patients that the medications may increase the risk of heart failure. The Food and Drug Administration said the so called “black box” warnings are separate from concerns that Avandia may increase the risk of heart attacks. A separate FDA review of Avandia and Actos side effects showed cases of significant weight gain and build up of fluids, both risk factors for heat failure.  AP, The Washington Post  08/16/2007

Other serious symptoms may include: liver toxicity, weight gain, anemia, increased lipid levels, edema. if you have experienced any of these symptoms after taking Avandia, it is important to seek medical attention immediately. You may also want to find out what information is available regarding your questions and rights. If you would like more information or are curious about your possible legal rights regarding Avandia side effects , feel free to contact us for a free no cost  evaluation of your potential claim click here.