Rx Importation Safer Than Current System, Former FDAer Kessler Says
This article was originally published in The Pink Sheet Daily
Executive Summary
Unregulated drug importation jeopardizes public health, former FDA Commissioner Kessler tells Senate Health Committee hearing, but regulated importation as proposed in bill by Sens. Dorgan and Snowe would provide "reasonable assurance that the drugs are safe and effective."
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Health Canada plans to require an established physician-patient relationship before a U.S. prescription could be filled in a Canadian pharmacy. Health ministry will also introduce legislation prohibiting bulk exports to the U.S. Steps are pre-emptive strike against actions by states and legislation pending in Congress.
Canada To Block U.S. Drug Importation With Legislative, Regulatory Actions
Health Canada plans to require an established physician-patient relationship before a U.S. prescription could be filled in a Canadian pharmacy. Health ministry will also introduce legislation prohibiting bulk exports to the U.S. Steps are pre-emptive strike against actions by states and legislation pending in Congress.
Health Committee Hearings To Focus On HHS Importation Report
The committee will also hold hearings on the Dorgan/Snowe importation bill by the end of April. The legislation, which differs from legislation introduced by the senators last year, is backed by Finance Committee Chairman Grassley.
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