Name of Publication:

Drug alert class 2 no 2: immediate for action [Merck Sharp & Dohme Ltd - Tredaptive modified-release tablets]

Organisation Name:
Scottish Government Health and Social Care Directorates

Contact Name:
Irene Fazakerley

Description:
This product is being withdrawn throughout the EU after a study has shown a failure to reduce major vascular events and an increase in non-fatal serious adverse events. Both CHMP and the Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee have concluded that the benefits no longer outweigh the risks.

File size:
149 KB

Date of Publication:
21/01/2013

Contact Email:
irene.fazakerley@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

Contact Telephone:
0131-244 2528