Rezulin Liver Toxicity Symptoms and Diagnosis

Symptoms & Diagnosis: Worried about the effects rezulin may be having on you? Be aware of the symptoms of liver toxity if you have taken rezulin. Learn more about rezulin toxicity symptoms and diagnosing rezulin liver damage.
Testing for Rezulin Liver Damage: Determining the extent of liver damage due to Rezulin usage depends upon a combination of physical examination, blood tests, and sometimes radiological studies and biopsy. Read about tests used determine rezulin liver damage.
Rezulin: Alternative Treatments & Damage Treatment Options: The best treatment options for you will depend on many factors. Learn about different options for treating rezulin liver damage.

Rezulin News Timeline

1997: January - Rezulin is approved by the FDA to treat Type II diabetes.; November - The FDA issues a warning about Rezulin (troglitazone). Recommended prescribing information is changed by the drug's manufacturer; new warning label information is added.; December - Approximately 150 adverse events associated with Rezulin have been reported to the FDA.
1998: June - The FDA and Rezulin manufacturer Parke-Davis agree to again tighten restrictions on the use of Rezulin.; July - Parke-Davis sends a letter to heathcare professionals warning to test for liver abnormalities and updating them on the changes in recommended use.
2001: March - Resulin sales are discontinued.

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Last Updated: May 11, 2010. 11:08:48 am.