Sanofi's bird-flu vaccine is granted FDA approval: first human treatment is seen as stopgap aid as research continues

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Sanofi S.A. has obtained approval from the US Food and Drug Administration for its viral vaccine to prevent avian influenza in humans. The vaccine will not be marketed to the general public, but is expected to provide a measure of protection for workers who have a higher risk of contracting the disease.

Government regulation, Product introduction, New Products/Services, France, Sanofi S.A., Licensing, certification and accreditation, Viral vaccines, Avian influenza

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Firms study drugs to help avert diabetes

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Pharmaceutical companies in the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Japan, and the United States are researching existing diabetes drugs to see if they can be used in diabetes prevention. The potential market for a diabetes prevention drug could be as high as $15 billion per year.

United Kingdom, Product development, Japan, Switzerland, Drug therapy, Diabetes, Diabetes mellitus

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FDA wll seek to revise Labels for antidepressants

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Recent Food and Drug Administration analysis indicates that antidepressants increase the chances of suicide in young patients. The agency will likely recommend label changes and other regulatory improvements.

Science & research, Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, Antidepressant Preparations, Health aspects, Research, Labeling, Antidepressants

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