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Williams Kherkher - Avandia Attorneys

Avandia is a drug that hit the market with a high degree of promise, but it wasn't long before serious problems were discovered in relation to this medication that's been used by those who suffer from type 2 diabetes. Below is some basic information regarding Avandia, but if you have suffered as a result of using it, contact the Avandia attorneys at Williams Kherkher immediately for a consultation.

Avandia History

Avandia first hit the market in 1999, and was originally seen as a safer alternative to drugs that were used prior to this date. Generally speaking, Avandia was prescribed as part of a total program for type 2 diabetics that included a restricted diet and a regular regiment of exercise. Initially, the reports of its results were positive.

However, reports soon began to surface regarding serious side effects in patients, and Avandia attorneys soon had much work to do towards holding those responsible for releasing this drug into the marketplace. These side effects included:

• Weight gain
• Liver problems
• Anemia
• High cholesterol

The Most Serious Side Effect

Despite the disturbing side effects described above, the worst consequences for those who used this drug had yet to be identified. That side effect was/is a condition called "PPH," which stands for Primary Pulmonary Hypertension. This condition has no cure, but can be somewhat managed if it's diagnosed in its early stages. Symptoms that have drawn the most concern from doctors and Avandia attorneys include:

• Chest pains
• Heart murmur
• Fatigue
• Shortness of breath

These conditions can all be debilitating, and they can all lead to the death of a patient. These reports ultimately led to the FDA posting a report of the drug on its Web site in January of 2006.

Therefore, if you have suffered in any way as a result of using this medication, you need to contact the Avandia attorneys at Williams Kherkher immediately for a free consultation.