Where is the scrutiny over FDA’s role in the overdose epidemic?

Re:Where is the scrutiny over FDA’s role in the overdose epi... by HWR_14 on Thursday September 16, 2021 @02:27AM (#28548711)

So, your preferred solution is that they either require a prescription for the specific drug you used (at a doctor's suggestion) that does not currently require a prescription -or- that they allow all drugs without a prescription because doctors cost money and are the worthless except that they can prescribe a drug?

Those seem to be contradictory things. I think you just want the doctor who (apparently) misled you to be punished. Which is reasonable and what malpractice suits are for. The FDA's job isn't to review every prescription written by every doctor.

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Re:Where is the scrutiny over FDA’s role in the overdose epi... by yellow_lead on Thursday September 16, 2021 @03:04AM (#28548929)

If the packaging doesn't inform you of side effects from the medication then the doctor prescribing it should. The doctor can also limit refills to prevent overuse.

FYI - There are other side effects from long-term use of steroidal ointments.

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Re:Where is the scrutiny over FDA’s role in the overdose epi... by HWR_14 on Friday September 17, 2021 @02:31AM (#28561966)

I believe you meant to respond to someone else

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