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FDA, European Drug Regulators Seem to Disagree on Meridia’s Benefits

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) play similar roles in regards to regulating the safety of drugs and prescription medications.  While the FDA’s jurisdiction falls within the United States, the EMA oversees the countries within the European Union.  Recent events have revealed an interesting contrast in their [...]

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Reports of Meridia Side Effects Prompt Action by FDA

In recent years, reports have indicated that the obesity rate in the United States is as high as 30%, depending on the specific definition used by a particular outlet.  Regardless of the semantics, Americans have what some are calling a serious weight problem, and companies of all types have been working to formulate products that [...]

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