FDA Blasts Avandia Study Prior to Decision Discussion

Avandia had been a leading diabetes medication in the United States for years, and its manufacturer, GlaxoSmithKline, enjoyed an enormous market share within this niche because Avandia had been seen as highly effective in helping people fight the symptoms associated with type 2 diabetes.  Unfortunately for many people, a high number of reports of serious Avandia side effects began to surface, prompting calls for help to Avandia side effects lawyers around the country.  Now comes word that at the outset of a panel discussion designed to decide if Avandia should remain on the market, the FDA has blasted the results of a study recently published regarding Avandia side effects.

The RECORD Study Regarding Avandia Side Effects

As part of the discussion that began today and will continue tomorrow regarding Avandia’s potential for remaining on the market, studies were encouraged that provided evidence to those who will be helping to form a decision.  The largest study published to date is known as RECORD has been supported repeatedly by GlaxoSmithKline as it tracked more than 4,400 patients.  Some of the patients were given Avandia and others were  given two older diabetes medications.  The conclusion RECORD came to was that Avandia side effects that include heart attacks and strokes were no more likely to arise in those who took Avandia than those who took the other medications.

The FDA’s Reaction to the Avandia Side Effects Study

Unfortunately for backers of Avandia, the FDA responded to the results claimed by this study by excoriating the results, which is rare for this administrative body.  The FDA’s position is that RECORD kept sloppy data records, failed to follow up on potential reports of Avandia side effects and that the study itself was biased from the beginning.  Therefore, the FDA does not want RECORD to be given weight in the decision process.

How an Avandia Side Effects Lawyer Can Help

While the decision as to whether Avandia will remain on the market is clearly important, there are many people who have already suffered from serious Avandia side effects.  If this includes you or someone you love, you need to take action by seeking the help of Avandia side effects lawyers who know what it takes to hold even corporate giants accountable for the harm they have caused.  Contact the Phillips National Injury Group today to schedule a free initial consultation.