Drugs containing the substance propoxyphene are probably the worst drugs eve. Some of the brands are Darvon, Darvon-.N. Darvocet, Distalgesic and Co-Proxamol. Darvon has been a popular painkiller since 1957 in US, and now it is time to ban the drug even in US. In UK the authorities will phase out the drug last December 2007. Restrictions are also implemented in Sweden and hundred of lives have been saved. The responsibilty for banning the drug is now in the hands of FDA.
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FDA reviews painkiller Darvon, in use since '57 (CTV.ca)
Federal health officials convened a public hearing Friday on whether to ban Darvon, a painkiller first approved in 1957, when there were few alternatives for treating pain except aspirin and powerful narcotics.
Health advisers recommend ban on Darvon (USA Today)
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FDA Advisers: Ban Painkiller Darvon (CBS News)
Government advisers are recommending a ban on Darvon, a painkiller that's been around for 50 years. An FDA advisory panel voted 14-12 Friday to recommend withdrawing Darvon after a hearing on its risks and benefits.
APNewsAlert - The Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — FDA advisers recommend banning painkiller Darvon.
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