Healthy Skepticism Library item: 19870

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Publication type: Magazine

Moynihan R
A Case of Hype v Hope
The Bulletin 1999 Dec 725-32
http://www.faqs.org/abstracts/News-opinion-and-commentary/A-case-of-hype-v-hope-Power-plays-Howard-back-flip-leaves-Lees-unfazed.html

Abstract:

This article criticizes the advertising of the Glaxo Wellcome and Biota collaborative effort, influenza medicine Relenza. Topics include criticism of the media for promoting the drug before its effects were proven, apprehension about Relenza from health agencies, the companies’ struggle with the United States Food and Drug Administration, and the consequent effects on company finances.