Door Opened On Revising Labeling For Teens, But FDA Not Anxious To Enter
This article was originally published in The Tan Sheet
Executive Summary
FDA executives and researchers are recommending the agency and the drug industry improve drug labels so younger consumers can understand how to safely and effectively use the products. However, some experts say revised labels will not stop adolescents who want to abuse OTC drugs
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