Byetta, Januvia & Victoza
PANCREATIC CANCER CAUSED BY TYPE 2 DIABETES MEDICATIONS
Did you or a loved one suffer from Pancreatic Cancer after being prescribed Byetta, Januvia or Victoza for type 2 diabetes? If so, you may want to look into your legal options.
What is Byetta, Januvia and Victoza?
Byetta, Januvia and Victoza are all prescription medications for type 2 diabetes. They mimic incretin hormones in the body. Incretins are produced in the body to stimulate the release of insulin after eating a meal. This, in turn, helps lower blood glucose levels. Hover over each image below for more information.
Severe Complications
Many users have experienced significant complications after taking Byetta, Januvia and Victoza.
Byetta complications:
- Allergic reactions
- Acute pancreatitis
- Increased bleeding
- Hemorrhagic pancreatitis (sometimes resulting in death)
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypersensitivity
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Thyroid Cancer
Victoza complications:
- Liver problems
- Dehydration
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Thyroid Cancer
- Allergic reactions
Januvia complications:
- Pancreatitis
- Allergic reactions
- Weight gain
- Shortness of breath
- Hypoglycemia
- Fatal pancreatitis
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Thyroid Cancer
FDA Announcements
In May 2013, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a safety communication claiming stating that there were new findings that suggest an increased risk of pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer after usage of incretin mimetic drugs. These drugs include Byetta, Victoza and Januvia. Evaluations of these findings are still taking place.
Why 1-800-LAW-FIRM?
If you or a loved one suffered complications after taking Byetta, Januvia or Victoza, you may be entitled to a cash settlement. 1-800-LAW-FIRM has years of experience helping patients who suffered terrible consequences after taking their prescribed medications. Contact our consumer protection team today at 1-800-529-3476, or fill out the form to request your free consultation.