Hundreds of Lawsuits Filed Over Actos Side Effects

Actos Side Effects

Among the reported Actos side effects, the most common one that is coming to light is the development of bladder cancer. Numerous clinical studies have been carried out and published revealing that there is a link between long-term use – using Actos for more than a year – and facing an increased risk of developing bladder cancer. The risk increases by 40% when taken for over a year, but there is still an increased risk if it is taken for less than a year. The lawsuits that are being filed against Takeda Pharmaceuticals involve plaintiffs who have either taken Actos for several years, or have family members they have lost as a result of taking Actos for several years.

Actos Bladder Cancer not the only Risk

As serious as the risk is for developing bladder cancer with extended use of Actos, this is not the only Actos side effect that users have experienced. Actos belongs to a category of prescription drugs known as thiazolidinedione (TZD). This category of drugs can lead to congestive heart failure – which is clearly stated on the Actos label. Symptoms of congestive heart failure can include nausea, chest pains, edema, excessive fatigue, a swollen liver or abdomen, and difficulty breathing or sleeping.

Additionally, users of Actos have experienced bone fractures. A study that was published in 2008 revealed that the TZD drug category is responsible for an increase of two to three times the risk in developing bone fractures.

FDA Issues Warning against Actos Use

In June of 2011, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a safety warning confirming that the use of Actos for more than a year can result in an increased risk of developing bladder cancer. While the drug has been recalled in other countries such as Germany and France, there has not been a recall of Actos in the United States.

Help is Available

If you have suffered any adverse Actos side effects while on the medication for diabetes treatment, you may be eligible for compensation. Many of those who have filed Actos lawsuits are seeking compensation for pain and suffering, loss of consortium, and ongoing medical expenses. Additionally, they are seeking the recall of Actos from the prescription market to prevent other diabetics from experiencing Actos side effects. If you are interested in more information, you can visit our Actos Bladder Cancer Class Action Lawsuit Investigation page. Here you can learn more about the active Actos lawsuits along with how to submit your information to attorneys involved in the ongoing investigation.