What is the risk of Duract causing serious liver problems?
If Duract is taken for longer than 10 days, typically for a month or more, there is increased risk, but the risk is still felt to be small. Based on the current data, one case of severe liver injury has been reported so far for every 10,000-20,000 people who have taken the drug for longer periods of time. 7. What should I do with any leftover Duract I still have from an old prescription that I did not use up? Do not take the left over Duract. Throw it away. If you have any question about refunds call the company, Wyeth-Ayerst, at 1-800-281-9260. 8. What about Duract with alcohol use? We do not have any specific information about using Duract with alcohol. However, we would recommend avoiding alcohol while taking it as well as for several days after stopping Duract. 9. Why was Duract approved? Why wasn’t this problem picked up during the trials of the drug prior to approval? While there are many pain relievers, there is still a need for good medicines. Duract was effective in relieving
