Some people who have taken Actos (pioglitazone hydrochloride) to treat type II diabetes have experienced serious and potentially deadly side effects, including heart problems and bladder cancer. If you or a loved one used Actos and experienced adverse side effects, don’t hesitate to contact an experienced Actos side effects lawyer in Tulsa. You may be entitled to compensation.
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Actos, manufactured by Takeda Pharmaceuticals, is a member of the thiazolidinedione class of drugs, along with other drugs such as Avandia. Actos is associated with an increased risk of congestive heart failure or serious cardiovascular injury, bladder cancer, as well as fractures and in rare cases serious liver problems.
The Food and Drug Administration in 2007 ordered increased warnings for Actos due to its link with congestive heart failure. Avandia also has been linked to heart problems.
An increased risk of bladder cancer has been linked to patients who have taken Actos, particularly those who have been using Actos for more than a year. Studies have found links between Actos and bladder cancer. While the FDA has issued a bladder cancer warning in the United States in regard to Actos, the drug has been banned from use in France and Germany.
A study examined the risks of heart failure among patients who used Actos and Avandia. The study concluded there was no significant difference between Actos and Avandia in relation to the risk of heart attacks among patients. Studies have linked Actos to heart attack, stroke and cardiovascular injury.
Patients with heart failure are urged to avoid using Actos due to the risk of congestive heart failure.
If you or a loved one took Actos and are coping with bladder cancer or heart problems, please contact an experienced drug liability lawyer in Tulsa. You can rely on the tough-minded legal assistance provided by the Law Offices of Jeff Martin. Our lawyers are committed to helping those injured by Actos and other drugs linked to harmful side effects. For a free consultation, contact our firm today to learn about your rights.
