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Osteoperosis and Avandia

New Risks: Osteoporosis in Avandia Patients

In addition to heart-related risk, Avandia has been linked to increased bone fractures and osteoporosis. Reports from new research that surfaced in late 2007 indicate that Avandia affects the way that bone cells are replenished in the body, preventing the body from regenerating bone structure more quickly that it breaks down. Increased risk of fractures has been an known side-effect of Avandia for some time, but until recently, researches and physicians were unaware of Avandia's interference with the bone regrowth process

How Avandia Affects Bone Cells

While bones appear to be consistently solid, they are actually broken down and rebuilt continuously. Two kinds of cells are at work in the body to replenish bone: osteoclasts and osteoblasts. Osteoclasts break down bone and osteoblasts build bone. It is now known that Avandia not only inhibits the work of osteoblasts, it actually stimulates the production of osteoclasts. This changes the balance of bone degrading and bone replenishing in the body, weakening the bones and leaving Avandia users at risk for fractures, breaks, and osteoporosis.

At particular risk for bone fractures and osteoporosis are female and elderly Avandia users, who already have a higher risk of weakened/thinning bones.

Help With Avandia Bone Loss

If you are taking Avandia and feel that you might be at high risk for problems with bone loss and thinning, speak to your doctor about your treatment plan. Do not change your treatment without discussing it with a medical professional. After receiving medical advice and/or care, you may want to speak to an Avandia lawyer about your situation. An experienced Avandia attorney can help you determine whether legal action is appropriate in your case. Use the contact form provided to submit an inquiry to LegalView. LegalView is sponsored by a nationwide network of attorneys who are experienced in Avandia litigation. A qualified Avandia lawyer will contact you for a consultation upon receiving your inquiry.


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YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION
First Name: *
Last Name: *
E-mail Address: *
Address:
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Phone: -- xtn

CASE INFORMATION
Why Was Avandia Prescribed?: *
What Dosage, in Milligrams?:
How Frequently Was Avandia Taken?:
Date Patient Began Taking Avandia:

Stopped Taking Avandia:

What Symptoms Were Experienced?: *
Heart Attack
Stroke
Heart Failure

 Death
Other
PPH
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How Long Was it From the Last Dose to the Problems Appearing?:
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