Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer has launched an investigation into the drug manufacturer of Nuedexta, Avanir Pharmaceuticals, in response to the information his office has received regarding improper and potentially illegal activity concerning the sales, prescription, and administration of Nuedexta. Nuedexta is approved by the FDA to … [Read more...]
CNN Investigates Over-Prescription of Nuedexta in Nursing Homes
Late last week, CNN reported on the possible inappropriate prescribing of the drug Nuedexta in nursing homes in their article, "The little red pill being pushed on the elderly." Nuedexta is indicated for the treatment of pseudobulbar affect (PBA), a disorder estimated to affect less than 1% of all Americans. DailyMed provides the following … [Read more...]