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FDA approves updated black box warning label for Elidel and Protopic.(PIPELINE PREVIEWS)
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology
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March 01, 2006 |
Heller, Marissa |
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The FDA recently announced that the labeling of both Elidel (pimecrolimus) and Protopic (tacrolimus) will be updated to include a black box warning concerning a possible risk of cancer. In addition, a Medication Guide will be given to patients to warn them of this concern. The warning label will state that these medications should be used only as second line agents ...
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