Avandia Heart Attack and Heart Failure Lawsuit

Many people with Type II Diabetes have taken the popular drug Avandia. Those currently taking the prescription Diabetes drug Avandia may want to be aware of some of its potentially fatal side effects. The Avandia side effects caused by the use of Avandia include:

• Congestive Heart Failure
• Heart Attack
• Stroke
• Sudden Death

One of the most serious potential side effects for user of Avandia is an increased risk of a heart attack. In fact, new medical studies have estimated that people taking Avandia are 33 percent more likely to suffer a heart attack than those taking other Diabetes medications.

Avandia works by making the body less insulin resistant. It is not for use in people who are suffering from Type I diabetes or who are on insulin therapy. Avandia is designed to treat type II Diabetes. For those with Type II Diabetes, the body may produce insulin, but it may not be enough or the body may have become resistant to it. Avandia works by making the body more insulin sensitive which helps a maintain control over blood glucose levels.

Manufacturers of the drug, GlaxoSmithKlein, have been made aware of an increased chance of Avandia induced heart failure or heart attacks, but they have not taken this medication off the market. Even now, the product is still prescribed to patients and has not been recalled. A vote on whether or not to recall Avandia is expected in July 2010.

Why You Need An Avandia Lawyer

If you are interested in seeking compensation for your Avandia use, you need a qualified Avandia lawyer that can help you with the process. You want make sure that your rights and dignity as a patient are being protected throughout the process. From determining whether you have a legal basis to demand compensation to finding witnesses and experts who are able to help you with your claim, the lawyers at

The McEwen Law Firm, Ltd. has the experience you need to deal with your case. We have dealt with clients across the United States and have helped finalize claims dealing with many areas of the medical industry. You may be entitled to financial compensation through an Avandia lawsuit if you or someone you love has taken Avandia and suffered from a:

• Heart Attack
• Congestive Heart Failure
• Stroke
• Sudden Death
• Health problems directly related to the above injuries

If you or someone you love has suffered any of these side effects from taking the Diabetes drug Avandia, please contact an experienced Avandia lawyer toll-free at 1-800-732-3070 or fill out the short contact form online. Because we work on a contingency basis, you can have peace of mind knowing that you will pay absolutely nothing unless we recover on your behalf.