Liver function tests are now required less often for patients taking Actos (pioglitazone) or Avandia (rosiglitazone)

September 2004

Liver function tests are now required less often for patients taking Actos (pioglitazone) or Avandia (rosiglitazone).

The serious hepatotoxicity caused by the first glitazone, Rezulin, led to strict liver monitoring for the other glitazones.

Liver enzymes were recommended every 2 months for the first year for Actos and Avandia.

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Cholesterol a new combo tablet, Vytorin
Diabetes Liver function tests are now required less often for patients taking Actos (pioglitazone) or Avandia (rosiglitazone)
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