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Actos, Avandia or Neither? The Diabetes Drug Debate (Video)

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Actos, Avandia or Neither? The Diabetes Drug Debate (Video)

14 October, 2007 01:08 GMT

The US Food and Drug Administration recommended earlier this year that Avandia, the widely used diabetes pill manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline, be permitted to remain on the market despite indications that it might contribute to heart attacks in some users. Studies have also linked Actos to increased risk of heart failure. Listen to the discussion.

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