Commercialization of drugs by fast tracking is a cause of concern
...was that in between two of the patients died. The approval of natalizumab and its recall after three months raises questions about the fast tracking of new drugs by the FDA for commercial licensing. This was brought to the fore by consultant neurologist Abhijit Chaudhuri. The warning signal is here and it ...Nerve Stimulator for Depression Though Not Effective Was Given Approval
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After a long wait the approval has been finally given to the redevelopment of St Bartholomew’s and the Royal London Hospital in East London. It was one of the most expensive PFI (private finance initiative) project in Britain. // Patricia Hewitt, the Health Secretary, said that ...Infections Of The Oral Cavity Can Be Treated By Photodynamic Therapy
...eatment of diseases other than cancer. Following approval of the drug Photofrin? by the FDA, patients with esophageal and endobronchial cancers, peptic ulcer of the lower end of the esophagus (Barrett's esophagus) have had a new ray of hope regarding their treatment. The researchers of the present study f...Stage Set For Final Hearing On India’s Biggest Ever Medical Compensation Clai
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...as available in Europe before requesting marketing approval in developing countries. This means a potential delay of years before this drug reaches the people who can benefit from it most,'the MSF said. Based on the evidence that the new heat stable formulation is associated with a reduced cost of productio...Beauty parlours Cause for Concern
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... encouraging, and we hope will lead to this drug's approval as an effective therapy for thousands of suffering...ults were seen in the study that led to the drug's approval for knee pain. No safety concerns arose during the study, which is particularly notable given that...Cancer Patient to Appeal to SC, Demanding Right to Use Marijuana
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