New Actos Bladder Cancer Lawsuit Filed in Illinois
By John Curran
Add an Illinois man to the rapidly growing number of Actos side effects lawsuit Plaintiffs in the United States. In spite of studies reporting that the risk of bladder cancer is about three times higher in Actos and Avandia patients, the diabetes medication is still sold in the U.S. The August launch of a generic version of Actos (pioglitazone) is also raising eyebrows.
Illinois resident Thomas Boswell is the latest Plaintiff to file an Actos bladder cancer lawsuit, and is arguing that manufacturer Takeda Pharmaceutical knowingly sold a product with severe side effects. Moreover, his Actos bladder cancer lawsuit attorney is arguing that the company did not properly inform patients of the risk of Actos side effects such as bladder tumors and bladder cancer. Other Actos side effects include cardiovascular risks such as fatigue, irregular heartbeat and breathing difficulties for many patients, in addition to heart failure in some patients.
Consumer Reports is already telling its readers that Actos side effects are too dangerous to consider taking the drug. And while another consumer organization, the AARP, says it should still be considered for diabetes treatment, studies show strong evidence that Actos bladder cancer risks should be taken seriously [See “Why is AARP Minimizing Actos Bladder Cancer Risk?“]. Many countries in Europe already have, and have banned the sale of the product, instead pointing doctors to other medications that help treat Type 2 diabetes without similar Actos side effects.
In spite of this, the federal Food and Drug Administration approved the sale of a generic version of the drug in spite of years of Actos bladder cancer research. The agency got blasted by both a doctor and medical researcher for not considering these side effects of Actos and seeming to rush the approval through their process. FDA officials defended their actions, saying the side effects of Actos were considered thoroughly. Actos bladder cancer lawsuit attorneys will have to claim that the data outweighs the FDA’s action.
If you or someone you love has suffered from Actos side effects, including Actos bladder cancer, you may be able to find a legal remedy. Qualified Actos bladder cancer attorneys can evaluate your case for free. Visit the Actos Bladder Cancer Class Action Lawsuit Investigation now. Fill out the simple form for a no-cost consultation about the legal ramifications of your situation and your Actos side effects. You may be able to obtain an Actos lawsuit settlement or jury award to help pay for the pain and suffering of Actos-related bladder cancer, so don’t delay. Give yourself and your loved ones the chance to fight back against Actos side effects.
Updated September 17th, 2012
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