OxyContin Reformulation Reduced Abuse Via Non-Oral Routes But Not Overall Abuse, US FDA Finds
Executive Summary
FDA says it is unclear whether Purdue’s OxyContin abuse deterrent reformulation reduced opioid overdoses or had a net public health benefit. Briefing document for upcoming advisory committee meeting asks panel to discuss Purdue’s four postmarket studies but does not include voting question on possible change in labeling claims.
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