Healthy Skepticism Library item: 6806

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Publication type: Journal Article

3M claims Duromine (phentermine) has “Proven efficacy in general practice” and “A safety profile you have come to trust” but the evidence is thin
MaLAM International News 1998 Mar-Apr; 16:(3-4):1-2

Abstract:

3M is trying to take advantage of the withdrawal of some antiobesity drugs in order to promote Duromine.

Keywords:
*analysis/Australia/developed countries/3M/Duromine/ obesity/MaLAM/Medical Lobby for Appropriate Marketing/PROMOTION AND HEALTH NEEDS: PROMOTION IN DEVELOPED COUNTRIES/PROMOTION IN SPECIFIC THERAPEUTIC AREAS: WEIGHT GAIN AND LOSS