FDA Trying To Curb Overdoses From Painkillers

Courtesy NPR Programs: Morning Edition  Tue, 05/26/2009 - 7:34am

Millions of American pain sufferers rely daily on drugs such as oxycodone, fentanyl and methadone. The Food and Drug Administration is trying to curb overdoses while maintaining access to critical pain medications.

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