April 17, 2008
The image of the pharmaceutical industry has seen some battering. Pricing issues, recalls, product withdrawals, clinical trial practices, me-too products, some marketing efforts, all have eroded the image of the industry that in essence often brings miracles and therefore people … Continue reading →
April 1, 2008
The recent issues involving safety and the blood-thinner Heparin have dominated pharma news lately. While it is one more story about dangers with a drug product that were not anticipated, it stands out on its own. That is because it … Continue reading →
August 16, 2007
As noted here previously, the Johnson and Johnson blog launched by the company – JNJ BTW – is an unusual and bold experiment in new media and pharma. Since its launch, the blog has covered a range of topics, trying … Continue reading →
May 16, 2007
Many people have strong feelings about film/documentary producer Michael Moore. Actually, I have to confess, I’ve never seen one of his films, but I would like to one day. In any case, his current work, SiCKO has been selected as … Continue reading →
May 10, 2007
The FDA announced this afternoon a settlement whereby Purdue Frederick Company, Inc. has agreed to pay more than $700 million to resolve criminal charges and civil liabilities in connection with several illegal schemes to promote, market and sell OxyContin – … Continue reading →