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Byetta® Diabetes Drug Injury Attorneys

Seeking Pharmaceutical Liability in Byetta® Injury Cases

Byetta (exenatide) is an injectable drug used to treat type 2 diabetes, and is intended to improve glucose (blood sugar) control in adults. Since its introduction into use in 2005, however, Byetta has been linked to impairing the normal function of the liver and pancreas in diabetic patients.

The experienced personal injury attorneys at Skikos, Crawford, Skikos & Joseph have over 10 years of experience representing individuals in California, Ohio and throughout the country in mass tort litigation involving defective drugs. Our Byetta lawsuit attorneys are prepared to seek compensation for your injuries or loss. As we take most cases on a contingency fee basis, we will not charge you any attorney fees unless we recover for you.

If you have suffered negative side effects by using Byetta, or if you lost a loved one due to severe pancreatitis and would like to discuss a wrongful death claim, contact us to schedule a consultation with one of our California or Ohio defective diabetes drug injury lawyers.

Byetta Associated With Severe Pancreatitis

On August 18, 2008, the FDA announced that it was working with Amylin Pharmaceuticals to add stronger and more prominent warnings on its product label about the risk of hemorrhagic or necrotizing pancreatitis. The FDA's announcement came after six cases of hemorrhagic or necrotizing pancreatitis in patients taking Byetta were reported.

The FDA noted that if patients taking Byetta experience unexplained persistent severe abdominal pain, which may or may not be accompanied by vomiting, they should seek prompt medical care. If pancreatitis is suspected, the FDA recommends discontinuing Byetta and taking alternative medications to control glucose levels.

Other Serious Side Effects Caused by Byetta

Pancreatitis is not the only known side effect of Byetta. If you are suffering from any of the following injuries and you are currently taking Byetta, call your doctor and our law office:

  • Kidney dysfunction or kidney failure
  • Hyperglycemia (excessively high blood sugar)
  • Hypoglycemia (excessively low blood sugar)
  • Severe allergies, including rashes, hives and breathing problems
  • Severe diarrhea and dehydration

Contact Us to Speak With Our San Francisco Byetta Lawsuit Attorneys

If you have suffered from pancreatitis or any other negative side effect after taking Byetta, contact us today for your free case evaluation. We take most cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you will not be charged any attorney fees unless we obtain compensation for you.