Avandia Side Effects
The most common side effects reported with Avandia treatment are cold-like symptoms and headache.
Other side effects include bone fractures in the hands, upper arms, or feet of women, especially in those with fragile bones, anemia (low red blood cell count) or hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), with symptoms of dizziness, lightheadedness, shakiness, or hunger.
If you have experienced serious side effects following the use of Avandia (heart attacks, stroke, or serious cardiac events) you may have legal options to seek compensation to cover the cost of medical expenses, pain and suffering. For additional information about Avandia lawsuits, please call 1-800-439-8180 or fill out the form on this page.
Notify your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects with Avandia use:
- Changes in vision
- Dark urine
- Fractures or broken bones, especially in women
- Jaundice (yellowing of the skin or the whites of the eyes)
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Rapid increase in weight
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, especially when lying down
- Swelling, especially in the ankles or legs
- Unusual fatigue
- Vomiting
Things to Know, Precautions, Things to Ask Your Physician:
Avandia has not been adequately studied in patients under the age of 18.
Patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus or diabetic ketoacidosis should not be treated with Avandia.
Avandia should not be taken by individuals with any of the following conditions:
- Diabetic ketoacidosis
- Fragile bones
- Heart failure with even mild symptoms of shortness of breath or swelling
- History of heart attack
- Liver problems
- Macular edema, a diabetic eye disease involving swelling at the back of the eye
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Severe heart failure
- Type 1 diabetes (juvenile)
It may take two weeks before Avandia starts working on blood sugar and up two to three months before it is fully effective.
Avandia can cause new or worsened cases of heart failure due to excess fluid retention. The medication may increase the risk of other heart problems related to a reduced blood flow to the heart, including chest pain (angina) or heart attack (myocardial infarction). Seek medical attention immediately if you experience chest pain or a feeling of chest pressure while taking Avandia.
Avandia may cause liver problems, so blood tests will be needed during treatment to check for healthy liver function.
Contact a doctor immediately if you experience vision changes while taking Avandia, as it may be due to swelling in the back of the eye, a condition known as macular edema (diabetic eye disease).
Your chance of becoming pregnant may be increased while taking Avandia, even in premenopausal women who do not experience regular monthly periods. Tell your doctor immediately if you become pregnant, as treatment will need to be stopped to avoid potential birth defects.
What to Avoid When Taking the Drug:
Avoid alcohol while taking Avandia, as it may cause dangerously low blood sugar.
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