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Byetta® Side Effects

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Despite being an effective treatment for type-2 diabetes, Byetta® (exenatide) has been found to cause a range of mild to severe side effects. Among the mild Byetta® drug side effects are:

• abdominal pain
• diarrhea
• dizziness
• headache
• increased stomach acid
• jitters
• nausea
• reduced appetite
• vomiting
• weight loss

These milder Byetta® side effects, nausea particularly, may be unavoidable and are usually tolerable.

Potential Byetta® Drug Side Effects

In rare cases, patients have reported developing the following following side effects while using Byetta®:

• Pancreatitis, an inflammation of the pancreas that results in severe back pain, abdominal tenderness, nausea and/or fever

• Severe hypoglycemia, dangerously low blood sugar levels that can cause individuals to experience fatigue, increased heart beat, anxiety and/or confusion.

Minimizing the Risk of Serious Byetta® Pen Side Effects

Prospective Byetta® patients can reduce their chances of developing side effects by:

• Telling their doctor if they have a history of kidney, digestive and/or stomach disorders

• Being aware of the types and symptoms of possible Byetta® medicine side effects

• Avoiding alcohol consumption, as it can increase their risk of developing both severe hypoglycemia and pancreatitis

• Seeking immediate medical care, should they develop symptoms of Byetta® side effects.

Following the Development of Byetta® Drug Side Effects

Injured Byetta® patients may need long-term care, including enzyme therapy and pain medication, to prevent further complications.

Once their health has been stabilized, affected patients should set up an initial consultation with a personal injury lawyer.

During this meeting, prospective plaintiffs can:

• Find out if they have a case against Eli Lily and Amylin Pharmaceuticals (the makers and distributors of Byetta® medication).
• Learn more about the process of starting and following through with a Byetta® lawsuit.
• Get information about settlements in cases similar to their own.
• Decide whether they want to pursue an individual or class action claim.

To encourage injured Byetta® patients to seek out the compensation they deserve, Byetta® lawyers will typically offer free consultations and will delay payment for their services until a settlement is reached.

If You Believe You Have Been Injured by Byetta®

If you believe you’ve been injured by Byetta®, contact our law offices for qualified legal help.