Wednesday, April 27, 2011

FDA to reveiw Trilipix Study

A study of Abbott Laboratories' Trilipix appears to show that women who took the drug in combination with a statin experienced more heart problems than those who just took a statin.

The FDA will meet on May 19th to address the findings of the ACCORD Lipid Study.

Here are the side effects for this drug:


Trilipix Delayed-Release Capsules

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Trilipix Delayed-Release Capsules:
Back pain; diarrhea; dizziness; headache; heartburn or indigestion; nausea; sore throat; stomach upset; upper respiratory tract infection.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Trilipix Delayed-Release Capsules:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); calf pain, swelling, or tenderness; chest pain; coughing up blood; dark urine; decrease in amount of urine produced; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; loss of appetite; muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness (especially along with fever or unusual tiredness); pale stools; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; severe or persistent headache, dizziness, or lightheadedness; severe or persistent nausea, stomach pain, or vomiting; shortness of breath; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual tiredness or weakness; yellowing of the skin or eyes.