Actos (pioglitazone hydrochloride) is classified in a group of drugs called thiazolidinediones all of which are used to treat diabetes.
Actos has fast become one of the most popular drugs for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes and has been taken by millions of people across the nation since it was introduced by Takeda Pharmaceuticals in 1999.
Unfortunately many of the millions who have taken Actos are now faced with other ailing conditions which were directly caused by use of the drug.
According to a warning issued by the FDA the drug Actos, used to treat Type 2 diabetes has been linked to an increased risk of bladder cancer especially in patients who have used the medication for more than year. In fact, researchers in the United States and Europe have now uncovered data indicating that the long-term use of Actos for more than a year can increase the risk of bladder cancer by as much as 40%.
While the product is still on the market the U.S. Drug and Food Administration have issued numerous warnings about the safety of the drug and other side effects that could be caused by its consumption.
Other Actos side effects include:
• Increased risk of congestive heart failure
• Increased risk of fractures
What If I Have Taken Actos?
Many people who have taken Actos and have developed bladder cancer may be unaware that the dug could be the cause. Actos lawyers currently are fighting to hold the manufacturer of the drug, Takeda Pharmaceuticals, responsible for any potentially life-threatening side effects Actos has caused in many of its users.
If you or someone you love has incurred any of the side effects caused by Actos you should not be burdened by any medical expenses or the loss of time, enjoyment and earnings associated with fighting Actos side effects because of the negligence of a dangerous drug company.
You are entitled to make an Actos lawsuit and the Actos lawyers of Pulaski & Middleman have helped thousands of people, just like you, hold Takeda Pharmaceuticals responsible for their negligence. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Act now.
