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STAT+: Pharmalittle: Pharma wins changes in bill concerning accelerated approval; pharmacy chains restrict purchases of pediatric pain relievers

Provisions opposed by industry were dropped from a bill that makes it easier for the FDA to withdraw drugs approved under an accelerated timeline.
Source: Alex Hogan/STAT

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