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Why does Actos cause respiratory infections in Florida patients?

With all the medications on the market these days, it seems incredible that science has not found a way to cure the common cold. It’s annoying, and frustrating-but when the sneezing starts, we just have to deal with it.

But the truth is, if you weren’t taking Actos for type-2 diabetes, you might never have gotten sick.

According to clinical trials, nearly 13% of patients taking Actos developed upper respiratory infections in the first few weeks of taking the drug. This could be a result of water retention, a compromised immune system, or even the strain the medication puts on a person’s body. For older sufferers, a respiratory infection can often be life-threatening.

It’s not uncommon for Actos patients in Palm Beach to experience cold-like symptoms, including:

  • Breathing problems. Actos patients may have trouble breathing, including chest congestion and coughing spells.
  • Sinus infections. Swelling of the tissues causes sinuses to become painfully inflamed, sometimes leading to sinus infections, headaches and sore throat.
  • Muscle pain. Actos can cause minor pains felt throughout the body, similar to flu-like body aches.
  • Tooth irritation. Inflamed gums can often cause mouth irritation, including tooth and gum pain.

You may think that, while these symptoms are unpleasant, they’re a necessary evil of taking the drug. As trusted Palm Beach Actos lawyers, we know that sinus and respiratory infections are just the tip of the iceberg. Patients suffering from minor side effects are likely to succumb to the life-threatening ones: bladder cancer, heart attacks or liver failure.

The likelihood of developing a serious condition as a result of Actos increases even more with prolonged exposure, as the drug continues to saturate the body’s tissues over time. That’s why patients suffering from Actos side effects should consult with a doctor at the first sign of distress-and then seek the advice of an experienced personal injury attorney to get the compensation they deserve.

If you have suffered a serious side effect while taking Actos in Florida, don’t wait. Call Fetterman & Associates today at (866) 865-1244 for a free consultation on your pharmaceutical injury case.