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New drug for chronic constipation.(Amitiza by Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America Inc. and Sucampo Pharmaceuticals Inc. approved)

Publication: FDA Consumer
Publication Date: 01-MAY-06
Format: Online
Delivery: Immediate Online Access

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The FDA has approved Amitiza (lubiprostone), the first drug of its chemical type, for the treatment of chronic constipation of unknown cause in adults. Approved in January 2006, Amitiza is available as capsules for use by adults to treat "idiopathic" constipation cases not caused by other or...

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