Monday, April 09, 2007

FDA: Zellnorm Withdrawn

Just a week or so ago, the FDA asked that the marketing of Zelnorm end, based on findings suggesting increased risks of serious cardiovascular adverse events (heart problems) associated with that drug. The drug was voluntarily withdrawn.

The drug was often used to treat IBS and significant abdominal pain, Zelnorm is the only FDA-approved therapy for the constipation-causing form of the ailment.

For more, go here.