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Type 2 diabetes drug Avandia linked to osteoporosis and bone loss

Researchers believe that the drug Avandia may cause bone loss and long-term use may speed up osteoporosis. The thinning of the bones is dangerous and could lead to fatal fractures. The study published in the December 2nd issue of Nature Medicine suggests that usage of rosiglitazone in the treatment of type II may cause osteoporosis.

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Avandia risks highlighted

Canadian researchers furnished the strongest evidence to date linking the popular drug Avandia to an increased risk of in a scientific study released yesterday.

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Diabetes drug Avandia could weaken bones

Avandia, a drug used by millions of patients, may contribute to bone loss, according to a new study conducted in mice.

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Two U.S. healthcare providers drop Glaxo’s Avandia

Two U.S. pharmacy benefit managers said on Thursday they had dropped Plc’s (GSK.L: Quote, Profile, Research) drug Avandia from their national formularies due to safety concerns.

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Confusing new warning label on Avandia

If you take the popular drug Avandia, you should take notice at the new warning label. The FDA has strengthened the warning label on to include an increased risk for . But it may be a little confusing. Officials say the warning label will say that “may or may not” increase their risk of .

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