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Despite warnings from the federal government and the pharma industry about the potential for drugs purchased from foreign pharmacies to be counterfeit, four out of five Americans favor legalizing importation of drugs if they are cheaper, according to a recent poll.
Merck potentially faces more problems over its painkiller Vioxx, as researchers say they have found “increased renal and arrhythmia risks” from the drug and have confirmed cardiovascular risks.
The FDA has come through on its promised new rule designed to improve its drug directory by replacing the paper-based drug registration system with an electronic one.
The Tanzania Food and Drugs Authority (TFDA) has issued an initial draft “Compliance and Enforcement Policy” for pharmaceuticals, medical devices, foods, cosmetics and herbal remedies, underscoring the East African nation’s commitment to establishing a comprehensive regulatory process to protect public health.
In an effort to better control a growing pharmaceutical trade within its borders, the Tanzania Food and Drugs Authority (TFDA) has published guidelines on the importation and exportation of medicinal products.
The UK Department of Health’s Ministerial Industry Strategy Group (MISG) has established an advisory panel and forum to address future challenges in pharmaceutical regulation.
More trouble is emerging for Merck over its painkiller Vioxx, as researchers say they have found “increased renal and arrhythmia risks” from the drug and have confirmed cardiovascular risks.
Patients who take low-dose aspirin to help prevent heart attacks may interfere with that protection if they also take the painkiller ibuprofen, according to an FDA announcement.
The Senate is preparing to address a number of important pieces of healthcare legislation, with an eye toward passing these bills before the midterm elections in November, congressional sources say.