FDA to get tougher on ads

Agency vows to police one-sided drug claims, urges informed public

By Diedtra Henderson

Globe Staff / February 25, 2005

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WASHINGTON -- Citing the boom-bust history of Celebrex and Vioxx, blockbuster drugs that jeopardized the health of thousands, the Food and Drug Administration says it will be more vigilant in monitoring drug advertising to consumers. (Full article: 914 words)