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Is FDA Subject to Corporate Influence?

On August 26, 2010, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (F.D.A.) greatly restricted GlaxoSmithKline’s drug Avandia, or rosiglitazone.  Avandia, once widely used throughout the world in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, has been subject to controversy almost as long … Continue reading

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Avandia: Who Can Be Trusted?

The case of Avandia brings up important issues regarding the FDA and the drug approval process.  A product of GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), Avandia is used for treatment in type 2 diabetics.  Avandia in many cases appears to be a useful treatment. … Continue reading

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