Avandia®, Insulin and Type-2 Diabetes
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Produced by GlaxoSmithKline, Avandia® is an oral medication that can improve control of blood sugar levels in patients with type-2 diabetes. Although Avandia® may be used in conjunction with other medications, in most cases, doctors recommend not taking Avandia® and insulin together, as use of insulin with Avandia® can increase patients' risk of developing serious Avandia® side effects.
Complications associated with Avandia® and insulin use include:
- congestive heart failure
- heart attack
- liver toxicity
- severe allergic reaction
- stroke
Without emergency medical treatment, the above Avandia® side effects can be fatal.
Other Factors that Raise the Risk of Avandia® Side Effects
Taking insulin while on an Avandia® drug regimen is not the only way patients may have a higher risk of developing severe, potentially life threatening Avandia® side effects. Other factors that can increase Avandia® risks include:
- Drinking alcohol, as alcohol consumption affects blood sugar levels and can complicate the effectiveness of the Avandia® drug
- Having a history of heart problems, hypertension, liver disorders and/or stroke
- Taking other medications, including anti-seizure drugs, diuretics, asthma medications, thyroid drugs and/or contraceptive pills.
Important Information for Avandia® Insulin Patients
Due to the severity of possible Avandia® risks, it's crucial that patients thinking of taking both Avandia® and insulin therapy:
- Talk to their doctor about their complete medical history.
- Inform their doctor of any other vitamins, supplements and/or prescriptions they may currently be taking.
- Understand the symptoms of Avandia® side effects so they know when to seek emergency medical care.
Those who decide to start taking both Avandia® and insulin medicines should:
- Use both Avandia® and insulin doses only as directed.
- Get regular checkups with their doctors, who can monitor their health and find/treat Avandia® side effects in their early stages (The earlier severe Avandia® side effects are treated, the better chances Avandia® patients will survive and fully recover).
- Seek immediate medical attention should they start to develop the symptoms of Avandia®/insulin treatment complications.
Symptoms of Avandia®/Insulin Treatment Complications
Any combination of the following symptoms can indicate that patients are developing serious side effects of Avandia®/insulin treatment:
- blurry vision
- chest pain
- dramatic change in appetite (either intense hunger or complete loss of appetite)
- easy bleeding and/or bruising
- hives and/or rashes
- jaundice
- nausea
- paralysis on one side of the body
- shortness of breath
- stomach pain
- weakness
Following Avandia®/Insulin Treatment Complications
Injured patients will need immediate medical attention and, in many cases, some long-term follow-up care.
Once Avandia® patients regain their health, they should set up a legal consultation with an experienced Avandia® attorney. To encourage affected individuals to pursue their claims, most Avandia® attorneys offer free consultations and will delay payment for their work until a settlement is won.
By working with an Avandia® attorney, injured patients will benefit from having:
- Access to experts who can help verify their claims and prove their case (Most Avandia® lawyers have a network of experts, including medical professionals, who will readily testify, if and when need be.)
- Professional representation in court, mediation and/or arbitration proceedings
Help negotiating with corporate lawyers and dealing with insurance agents - Better chances of winning higher amounts of compensation for their Avandia® injuries.
Have you or a loved one been injured after taking Avandia®? If so, contact us to schedule a free, private consultation with a defective drug attorney for Avandia® injuries. Our attorneys understand the devastation involved with Avandia® injuries and are committed to fighting to recover the much needed compensation for each and every one of their clients.
