Actos – FDA Warns of Bladder Cancer Risks
While the FDA issued a warning about the drug’s link to cancer, many doctors have failed to inform their patients of the side effects of the widely-prescribed drug.
Doctors are often quick about prescribing a medication, but sometimes slow about discovering their side effects. Such a situation has occurred in the last five years with Actos, a diabetes drug fast-tracked through the FDA approval process which has now been linked to bladder cancer.
A French study followed 1.5 million patients using Actos, or Pioglitazone, to control type 2 diabetes. The study showed that 40% of patients developed bladder cancer. A similar study in Canada followed 2.6 million patients over 10 different studies, and nearly 30% developed bladder cancer. These results led to a ban on the drug in France and Germany.
In the United States, however, the warnings have been slow. While the FDA issued a warning about the drug’s link to cancer, many doctors have failed to inform their patients of the side effects of the widely-prescribed drug. One Louisiana man recently filed a lawsuit against the makers of Actos, Takeda Pharmaceuticals, claiming that he developed bladder cancer in 2007 after ingesting the drug from 2006-2008. The plaintiff is suing for compensation based on severe lifestyle distress and outrageous medical bills incurred.
If you have taken Actos or other drugs, be aware of the side effects. Often, these are unknown until they suddenly strike. It is always a good idea to keep a detailed journal of your experience on a new drug, including any additional indications of poor health. These details can make the difference in a courtroom when you are fighting for compensation for medical issues.
Get immediate help. If you believe that you have a medical negligence claim, contact the Missouri medical malpractice attorneys at Zevan and Davidson Law Firm today to schedule a free consultation by calling (314) 588-7200.
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