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Vioxx Medication Withdrawal

Acting Director of FDA Center for Drug Evaluation & Research, Dr. Steven Galson, joined C-SPAN’s Washington Journal and talked about the Foo… read more

Acting Director of FDA Center for Drug Evaluation & Research, Dr. Steven Galson, joined C-SPAN’s Washington Journal and talked about the Food and Drug Administration’s handling of Vioxx, the painkiller drug that was on the market for 5 years before Merck withdrew it in 2004. Merck withdrew Vioxx when a study showed its use almost doubled the risk of heart attack and stroke. Dr. Galson also responded to viewer comments and questions. close

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Vioxx Medication Withdrawal

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Program ID:
184479-2
Category:
Call-In
Format:
Call-In
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Nov 23, 2004 | 7:46am EST | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Nov 24, 2004 | 3:44am EST | C-SPAN 2

Airing Details

  • Nov 23, 2004 | 7:46am EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Nov 23, 2004 | 7:10pm EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Nov 24, 2004 | 3:44am EST | C-SPAN 2
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