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Avandia: Diabetic Drug Comes at a Price
Avandia, a diabetic drug used to treat Type II diabetes has some new consumer alerts. The Joel Bieber Firm is keeping a watch on this drug. If you are taking Avandia and are experiencing heart problems or bone fractures contact the Joel Bieber Firm today.
An article in the 2006 Associated Press...
“A newer drug appeared to delay the progression of the most common form of diabetes a little longer than two older medications but also raised the risk of heart problems, weight gain and fractures a
large study has found.”
The article goes on to read...
“The results, along with the higher cost of the new drug, suggest that metformin, sold as Glucophage and other brands, should remain first choice from newly diagnosed patients with Type II diabetes, several specialists said.”
Type II diabetes is the most common form among adults, affecting more than 200 million people worldwide. If you are currently taking Avandia to maintain your diabetes, and are experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned above, contact us today.