Butrans Pediatric Labeling Draws Mixed Views At US FDA Panel
Executive Summary
Opponents say including data from a small pediatric trial of Purdue's buprenorphine patch could give the impression the study was more robust than it actually was, while supporters say labeling should reflect any available data that can inform pediatric prescribing.
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