Vanda Sues US FDA For Documents Backing Complete Response For Hetlioz Jet Lag Indication
Executive Summary
FOIA exemption does not apply to medical and statistical reviews of its sNDA, company claims. It says it needs the information to adapt its development program and determine if the agency made an error.
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