What Is Januvia?
Januvia is an oral medication that is frequently prescribed to patients who have type 2 diabetes. The generic name for this medication is sitagliptin phosphate. Januvia works by regulating insulin, which is the hormone that helps control blood sugar.
Januvia was first approved by the Food And Drug Administration for the treatment of diabetes on October 17,2006. Merck and CO is the company who manufactures this drug.
What Are Some Of The Possible Side Effects Of Januvia?
Many people are trying to file Mississippi Januvia lawsuits because they have experienced serious side effects from this medication. Stuffy nose, headache, nausea and diarrhea are mild side effects that usually go away on their own without the need for medical treatment. Below are some of the more serious side effects:
- Severe Skin Reaction- A person may develop a purple or red rash on their skin. Sore throat, fever, peeling and blistering are some of the other symptoms that may accompany a severe skin reaction.
- Urination Problems- A person may not be able to urinate at all or urinate very little.
- Shortness of Breath
- Pancreatitis-Pancreatitis is one of the most common reasons why people choose to file Mississippi Januvia lawsuits. Pancreatitis is a condition that causes the pancreas to become inflamed. Studies have shown that pancreatitis may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer. Some of the symptoms of pancreatitis include pain in the upper abdomen that radiates to the back, vomiting, nausea and fast heartbeat.
Studies To Confirm The Dangers Of Januvia
There was a 2011 study performed by a team of researchers at the University Of California At Los Angeles that examined the possible side effects of Januvia. The results of the study showed that this medication can increase the risk of pancreatic cancer by 71 percent. The researchers also found that this medication can increase the risk of thyroid cancer by 48 percent.
Keep in mind that the number of people being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer is on the rise. In fact, there are 60,000 new thyroid cancer cases reported each year. Thyroid cancer is very hard to treat. Approximately 30 percent of patients who beat thyroid cancer will suffer from recurrent cancer.
Who Is At Risk For Suffering Side Effects?
Anyone has the potential to develop serious side effects while taking Januvia. However, some people are more prone to dangerous side effects than others. People who have kidney disease are more likely to experience negative side effects. Additionally, patients who have already had pancreatitis are more likely to experience it again while they are taking this medication.
The number of people trying to file a lawsuit against Merck and CO is increasing. Many of these people may be eligible for compensation because the company did not warn patients about the possible dangers of using this medication.
Interested In Filing Mississippi Januvia Lawsuits?
If you or someone you know is interested in filing Mississippi Januvia lawsuits, then you should contact Attorney Group for Mississippi as soon as possible. There are a number of factors that have to be taken into consideration when determining whether people are eligible for compensation after filing Mississippi Januvia lawsuits. That is why many victims might feel that they do not want to take legal action. But if you contact us today, we can answer your legal questions and help you decide if you have a claim, all at no cost to you. So contact Attorney Group for Mississippi today for a free consultation.
