Tearing Down The Goalposts (Part 2): Diabetes Debate Has Toned Down At US FDA
Executive Summary
An October US FDA advisory committee meeting to discuss type 2 diabetes drug cardiovascular safety standards replayed a July 2008 meeting, but in a more harmonious key. That reflects the changing climate for FDA – but also a change in who was invited to participate.
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