Auxilium Pharmaceuticals

FDA Approves Auxilium’s Drug for Hand Disease

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The U. S. Food and Drug Administration, has approved the circulation of Auxilium Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s Xiaflex injection to treat a hand disease called Dupuytren's Contracture. It is a disorder caused by the buildup of an abnormal amount of collagen in hands.

FDA panel backs orphan drug for clenched fingers

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The U. S. Food and Drug Administration panel unanimously voted unanimously to recommend the approval of an experimental drug for the treatment of Dupuytren's contracture, which is a disabling disorder wherein the fingers curl and make routine activities very difficult.

FDA orders “black box” warning on two testosterone gels

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Following the countless reports of disturbing side-effects in children who were exposed to testosterone gels, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Thursday asked for the inclusion of a "black box" warning for two prescription topical testosterone gel products - AndroGel form Solvay, and Testim from Auxilium Pharmaceuticals.

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