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Doctors say an FDA ban on Vicodin and Percocet would limit their treatment options

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Published at: www.palmbeachpost.com

In the Absence of Vicodin and Percocet, Other Options Would Remain

July 12, 2009

GLG Expert Contributor

O  The physicians quoted in this article appear not to know what other analgesic drug formulations are available -- including Vicoprofen (hydrocodone plus ibuprofen), codeine (both alone and in combinations), oxycodone, etc. O  Many patients would benefit from a ban on Vicodin and Percocet, at very little cost in convenience.

Martin Alpert, President, Environmental Claims, The Sandner Group

Martin AlpertPresident, Environmental Claims, The Sandner GroupHINZ CLAIM MANAGEMENT INC 
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FDA:The Latest Regulation may greatly affect Pharmaceutical companies!

July 9, 2009

If the FDA is allowed to ban Vicodin & Percocet Katie bar the door!

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