Makena Withdrawal Dilemma: Advisory Cmte. Split Offers No Clear Direction For US FDA
Executive Summary
Nine of 16 advisory committee members favored withdrawal of AMAG’s preterm birth drug because substantial evidence of efficacy is lacking and clinical benefit has not been confirmed; seven panelists favored keeping the drug on the market but requiring a new trial.
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