Demand for fen-phen diet drugs drops after Mayo study
Prescription numbers for fenfluramine and phentermine fell sharply after a Mayo Clinic report warned of potential heart valve damage. Redux prescriptions also declined as FDA cautioned about risks.Florida bans and a nationwide re-evaluation followed the study, affecting dieters and doctors who previously prescribed the drugs.
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Diet drugs prescriptions dip after Fen Phen side effects study
Prescriptions for three popular diet drugs declined in the nine weeks following a Mayo Clinic warning about the dangerous side effects of the fenfluramine and phentermine combination known as fen phen.
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Florida seeks release of tobacco case documents
Florida continues to push for public release of 312 Tobacco Institute documents despite a $11 billion settlement in the landmark case. The special master recommended disclosure of papers showing alleged industry fraud or not privileged, while 46 should stay private. Judge Cohen has not set a ruling date.
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