Redux (drug)

Redux (drug)

Redux was the commercial name of a weight-loss drug based on dexfenfluramine hydrochloride. This drug was retired from the market in 1997 when a study suggested it being related with heart problems.

References

* [http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/dexfen.htm Drug description]
* [http://www.inchem.org/documents/pims/pharm/pim939.htm Dexfenfluramine hydrochloride]
* [http://www.fda.gov/cder/news/phen/fenphenqa2.htm Questions and Answers about Withdrawal of Fenfluramine (Pondimin) and Dexfenfluramine (Redux)]


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