Avandia heart attack risk confirmed among older diabetics

A new study released yesterday raises further concerns about Avandia heart risks, especially among older diabetics. Canadian researchers found that when compared with other treatments for type 2 diabetes, seniors using Avandia face a substantially higher risk of heart attacks, congestive heart failure and death. >>INFORMATION:… Read More

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December 12, 2007 | No Comments

Avandia recall was nearly issued by FDA

The Wall Street Journal reports today that an internal FDA board narrowly voted earlier this month against an Avandia recall.  The federal drug regulators appear to be preparing a "black box" warning about the risk of heart attacks instead of removing the diabetes drug from the… Read More

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October 30, 2007 | 3 Comments

Avandia problems continue for GlaxoSmithKline

GlaxoSmithKline, PLC was dealt two new blows last week from the Department of Veteran Affairs and the European Medicines Agency, which will ad to their Avandia problems.  The V.A. has indicated that they will be severely limiting the use of Avandia among U.S. veterans and Europe's… Read More

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October 21, 2007 | 1 Comment