NEJM famously does not publish meta-analysis (sure @mikejohansenmd approves - MA are for twitter) but the most famous MA was in NEJM https://t.co/Vr7d84uBIy (for fun, see this @kaulcsmc critique of this https://t.co/wyTLq3tCxd) FDA sadly has got rid of the DM guidance since
Effect of rosiglitazone on the risk of myocardial infarction and death from cardiovascular causes.
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The discussions reveal a strong consensus that rosiglitazone increases cardiovascular risks, supported by references to landmark studies and meta-analyses from reputable sources like NEJM. The tone ranges from factual and analytical to critical, emphasizing the drug's long-standing safety concerns and regulatory consequences, which underscores the importance of the research in shaping medical guidelines.
Most comments acknowledge the risks associated with rosiglitazone, reflecting a consensus on its cardiovascular dangers.
Discussions show high engagement with the topic, referencing multiple studies, meta-analyses, and regulatory responses.
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The discussions highlight significant concerns about drug safety, regulatory decisions, and implications for clinical practice, indicating considerable impact.
Abstract in brief
- The study analyzed data from 42 randomized trials to assess the cardiovascular risks of rosiglitazone, a diabetes medication, and found that it significantly increases the chances of heart attacks and death from cardiovascular causes.
- The results showed that patients taking rosiglitazone had about a 43% higher risk of having a myocardial infarction and a 64% higher risk of death from cardiovascular issues compared to those not taking the drug.
- Despite some limitations in data access, the findings suggest that both patients and healthcare providers should be cautious about using rosiglitazone due to its potential serious cardiovascular side effects.]
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Most liked on X and BlueskyDecade on The Nissen review of Rosiglitazone had a lasting impact on diabetes care. The CVOT data has helped Cost have been added. Time to debate @kamleshkhunti @Nirantharakumar @AbdTahrani @AmarPut @drpatrickholmes https://t.co/8xb6agXHT0
5/ In 2007, Nissen and Wolski @ClevelandClinic published a @NEJM paper using data from trials+@US_FDA website showing that Rosiglitazone caused ⬆️ MI & CV death. Rosiglitazone was the most widely sold oral hypoglycemic at that time. https://t.co/oCQyUIdsgJ
the FDA created the need for outcomes trials have the rosiglitazone debarcle https://t.co/7y1BGXQRIz ironically this has given us new SGLT2i and GLP1 treatments by serendipity now they are minded to cancel this recommendation I wonder what @drjohnm thinks of this... https://t.co/ZCow9691bj
@DFCapodanno Maybe wrong, but I do remember this one at the last CV meta-analysis published on NEJM: Effect of Rosiglitazone on the Risk of Myocardial Infarction and Death from Cardiovascular Causes | New England Journal of Medicine https://t.co/p90OhF2GZV
@BumblebeeJoe Avandia/rosiglitazone was ook goed voor 100.000 doden: https://t.co/dAthzlWhhw Maar corona/griep modRNA is toch wel meest effectief gebleken om mensen om te leggen: 35 miljoen wereldwijd TOT NU TOE: https://t.co/IW2GpaDeXx https://t.co/lKhM3hijDA
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@DFCapodanno Maybe wrong, but I do remember this one at the last CV meta-analysis published on NEJM: Effect of Rosiglitazone on the Risk of Myocardial Infarction and Death from Cardiovascular Causes | New England Journal of Medicine https://t.co/p90OhF2GZV
@BumblebeeJoe Avandia/rosiglitazone was ook goed voor 100.000 doden: https://t.co/dAthzlWhhw Maar corona/griep modRNA is toch wel meest effectief gebleken om mensen om te leggen: 35 miljoen wereldwijd TOT NU TOE: https://t.co/IW2GpaDeXx https://t.co/lKhM3hijDA
@JasonConnorPhD Few examples
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In 2007 an article was published in NEJM which showed that rosiglitazone was associated with a significant increase in the risk of myocardial infarction and with an increase in the risk of death from cardiovascular causes. https://t.co/fYRLSkkeqs
RT @theoceanlawyers: NE Journal of Medicine study linked Avandia to a 43% increased risk of heart attacks, and a 64% increased risk of deat…
NE Journal of Medicine study linked Avandia to a 43% increased risk of heart attacks, and a 64% increased risk of death from heart disease. Avandia is still FDA approved and available in the U.S. https://t.co/oTelYOHBCW
RT @hswapnil: NEJM famously does not publish meta-analysis (sure @mikejohansenmd approves - MA are for twitter) but the most famous MA was…
RT @hswapnil: NEJM famously does not publish meta-analysis (sure @mikejohansenmd approves - MA are for twitter) but the most famous MA was…
El cual por cierto se puede seguir leyendo a día de hoy: https://t.co/6eXGCepJoj
Se siguieron publicando más estudios sobre beneficios y tímidas apreciaciones de riesgo CV hasta que en 2007 los doctores Nissen y Wolski publicaron el meta-analisis titulado: "Effect of rosiglitazone on the risk of myocardial infarction and death from cardiovascular causes"
RT @hswapnil: NEJM famously does not publish meta-analysis (sure @mikejohansenmd approves - MA are for twitter) but the most famous MA was…
RT @hswapnil: NEJM famously does not publish meta-analysis (sure @mikejohansenmd approves - MA are for twitter) but the most famous MA was…
NEJM famously does not publish meta-analysis (sure @mikejohansenmd approves - MA are for twitter) but the most famous MA was in NEJM https://t.co/Vr7d84uBIy (for fun, see this @kaulcsmc critique of this https://t.co/wyTLq3tCxd) FDA sadly has got rid of the DM guidance since
@conazole @Clara_Locher https://t.co/bEevWWAVKA.
RT @DrDerekConnolly: the FDA created the need for outcomes trials have the rosiglitazone debarcle https://t.co/7y1BGXQRIz ironically this…
the FDA created the need for outcomes trials have the rosiglitazone debarcle https://t.co/7y1BGXQRIz ironically this has given us new SGLT2i and GLP1 treatments by serendipity now they are minded to cancel this recommendation I wonder what @drjohnm thinks of this... https://t.co/ZCow9691bj
RT @JoshuaDWallach: Avandia, a @GSK drug, was approved ~20 years ago for the treatment of #diabetes. Since that time, numerous studies have…
Avandia, a @GSK drug, was approved ~20 years ago for the treatment of #diabetes. Since that time, numerous studies have highlighted cardiovascular safety concerns about Avandia: https://t.co/GykeZcutyO https://t.co/yuzYhON0Ro 2/9
RT @docwas: Decade on The Nissen review of Rosiglitazone had a lasting impact on diabetes care. The CVOT data has helped Cost have been add…
RT @docwas: Decade on The Nissen review of Rosiglitazone had a lasting impact on diabetes care. The CVOT data has helped Cost have been add…
RT @docwas: Decade on The Nissen review of Rosiglitazone had a lasting impact on diabetes care. The CVOT data has helped Cost have been add…
Decade on The Nissen review of Rosiglitazone had a lasting impact on diabetes care. The CVOT data has helped Cost have been added. Time to debate @kamleshkhunti @Nirantharakumar @AbdTahrani @AmarPut @drpatrickholmes https://t.co/8xb6agXHT0
RT @mbelshazly: 5/ In 2007, Nissen and Wolski @ClevelandClinic published a @NEJM paper using data from trials+@US_FDA website showing that…
5/ In 2007, Nissen and Wolski @ClevelandClinic published a @NEJM paper using data from trials+@US_FDA website showing that Rosiglitazone caused ⬆️ MI & CV death. Rosiglitazone was the most widely sold oral hypoglycemic at that time. https://t.co/oCQyUIdsgJ
@mbeisen @mbalter @MaxKennerly @SteveSprieser @barnoolut @JoeySchmittPhD @GMWatch @Thesciencevort1 @kevinfolta @BrianHMathison @eugenegu @sethquimby1 @Twitter @sciencemagazine @Bayer @IARCWHO @ACSHorg But that drug got approved and was on the market for around a decade. Until people got suspicious and started to actually pay attention. Surprise! Science: https://t.co/TBDqgogLeW
@VladoPerkovic I see a lot of chance and serendipity* involved to get to one of the few times that post-approval clinical outcome studies were done well. *Rosiglitazone SR/MA finding a signal for harm that wasn't born out in subsequent large RCT. https://t.co/UvBNLyNboV https://t.co/Mx5vSWmVCF
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