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Byetta, a type 2 diabetes medication, was first introduced in 2005 by Amylin Pharmaceuticals and Eli Lilly. First discovered in the saliva of gila monster lizards, Byetta works by mimicking the function of the incretin hormones, which are key to insulin production.
Because Byetta is not a form of insulin, it isn't appropriate for the treatment of type 1 diabetes, a condition in which the pancreas can't produce insulin on its own. Type 1 diabetes patients will need insulin injections, rather than Byetta injections, as part of their treatment regimen.
For those with type 2 diabetes, however, using Byetta twice a day (about an hour before eating) can effectively regulate insulin production and, therefore, treat type 2 diabetes.
It's important to note that, despite its effectiveness for some patients, Byetta has caused others to develop severe, possibly fatal side effects. Those who develop serious complications after using Byetta should seek immediate medical care. Subsequently, they should meet with a Byetta lawyer to evaluate their legal claim and see if they are entitled to a settlement.
While milder side effects of Byetta, such as headaches and nausea, are common, the following, more severe Byetta complications rarely affect patients:
To date, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has received 30 reports of patients developing pancreatitis after using Byetta. Pancreatitis is a serious health problem in which swelling of the pancreas causes intense pain, abdominal swelling and fever.
When left untreated, pancreatitis will progress and cause internal bleeding (hemorrhagic pancreatitis) and, eventually, tissue death (necrotizing pancreatitis).
Byetta users who start experiencing severe abdominal pain and/or swelling should consult their doctor immediately to prevent further health complications. To definitively diagnose pancreatitis, doctors will perform blood tests, CT scans and MRIs.
Be sure to discuss your complete medical history with your doctor before starting a Byetta treatment. Patients with a history of the following conditions have the highest risk of developing Byetta complications and, therefore, should avoid using this medication:
Following emergency medical treatment, diabetics affected by Byetta complications should meet with a personal injury attorney to see if they have a provable legal claim against Amylin Pharmaceuticals and Eli Lilly.
While there hasn't been an extensive history of Byetta lawsuits (as the first-ever Byetta lawsuit was only recently filed in August 2008), experts predict many more of these legal claims to be filed, as more and more cases of severe Byetta complications develop.
If so, contact us today to talk to an experienced Byetta lawyer who can help you pursue your legal claim and win your much deserved Byetta settlement.
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