Discusses the recall of the anti-obesity drugs fenfluramine (Pondimin) and dexfenfluramine (Redux). Inconclusive evidence of damage to heart valves in users of the drugs; Cost to American Home Products, the conglomerate that makes Pondimin and distributes Redux, of the recall; Pondimin's ...
The FDA issued a recall of the diet drug Fen-Phen after it was linked to heart valve irregularities and primary pulmonary hypertension. In addition, the FDA has received a petition calling for the immediate recall of the diet drug Meridia® due to the deaths of 32 people. Find a Diet Dr...
Lack of insurance to cover the payments; Use of pretax charges to cover the payments; Recall of the drugs in September 1997 after studies indicated the drugs caused heart valve damage in some users.Prince...