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  • FDA approves new device for opioid withdrawal symptoms

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    • Optum Workers' Comp
    | Dec 13, 2017
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    Opioids, FDA
    An electrical stimulation device has been granted an indication from the U.S. Food and Administration (FDA) for reducing opioid withdrawal symptoms. The FDA’s rapid expansion of the new indication for this device demonstrates its commitment to support novel ways to assist those who have been afflicted by opioid addiction.

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  • New generic options available for Viagra®

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    | Dec 12, 2017
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    FDA, Generics
    Teva Pharmaceuticals has launched a generic version of Viagra® (sildenafil) tablets, originally manufactured by Pfizer Inc. The patent for Viagra does not officially expire until 2020; however, Teva has been granted approval to launch its generic version now following a settlement with Pfizer in 2013.

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  • Arkansas drug formulary receives legislative approval

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    | Dec 08, 2017
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    Opioids, MED, formulary
    The Arkansas Workers’ Compensation Commission’s (ARWCC) most recent version of their Drug Formulary rule received approval by a legislative oversight committee. This approval permits the ARWCC to move forward with finalization and implementation of the drug formulary.

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  • FDA has provided an update regarding Limbrel®

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    • Optum Workers' Comp
    | Dec 07, 2017
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    FDA
    UPDATE: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a statement recommending that Primus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. voluntarily recall its medical food, Limbrel. The FDA is reminding patients to not take Limbrel due to the potential risk of drug-induced liver injury as well as a serious lung condition. Patients are also being advised to contact their health care provider immediately.

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