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Zypreza, Seroquel Side Effects in Children Need Further Review: FDA Staff
According to documents released Friday, FDA staff members say that the agency needs to conduct more of an in-depth investigation into the metabolic side effects for children using Seroquel, Zyprexa and other newer atypical antipsychotics, which could lead to weight gain, diabetes and other serious health problems.
Pfizer Settles Fraudulent Marketing Claims for $2.3B Fine
To resolve criminal and civil claims over the illegal marketing of the recalled painkiller Bextra and other drugs, Pfizer has agreed to pay $2.3 billion. It is the fourth Pfizer settlement relating to illegal marketing of their products since 2002, and includes the largest criminal fine in U.S. history.
FDA Panel Recommends Antipsychotic Drug Approvals for Children
An FDA advisory panel recommended this week that Seroquel, Zyprexa and Geodon should be approved for use among adolescents, despite concerns that side effects of the antipsychotic drugs may expose children to life-long health disorders.
Side Effects of Seroquel, Zyprexa and Geodon Carry Risks for Children
FDA officials have expressed concerns to an independent panel of advisors that side effects of Seroquel, Zyprexa and Geodon may expose children to a risk of serious life-long disorders if the popular antipsychotics are approved for use among adolescence between ages 10 and 17.
