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Why Xyrem has been Rejected as a Treatment for Fibromyalgia

Submitted by Jennifer on Fri, 08/27/2010 - 14:23.

This past week, the FDA rejected Xyrem (sodium oxybate) as a treatment for fibromyalgia. Why? The reason for the rejection is that sodium oxybate is very similar chemically to GHB, the “date rape” drug. Experts worry that approving Xyrem for the millions of people suffering from fibromyalgia would inundate the streets with a drug that has the potential for abuse and harm. At this time, the drug has only been approved for narcolepsy, a condition which causes people to fall deeply asleep suddenly and unexpectedly. About 35,000 people have ... Read Full Post

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