FDA/Industry Interactions Might Get Revised Rules Of Road After Opioid Publicity
Executive Summary
Sen. Manchin calls for congressional investigation of “pay to play” allegations; FDA maintains the meetings with industry were for scientific, not regulatory purposes, but the agency is looking into the matter.
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