GASP! Singulair possibly linked to mood changes, suicide.


	GASP! Singulair possibly linked to mood changes, suicide.

graphictruth

4-2-2008 6:56 PM

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In February 2008, FDA and Merck discussed how best to communicate these labeling changes to prescribers and patients. Merck plans to highlight the recent changes in the prescribing information in face-to-face interactions with prescribers and provide prescribers with patient information leaflets about Singulair. The Singulair website includes the most current prescribing information and patient information for Singulair (www.singulair.com).

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