Bioethics Discussion Blog: Why the FDA Delay in Plan B Decision-Making? Politics?

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Friday, January 21, 2005

Why the FDA Delay in Plan B Decision-Making? Politics?

From Reuters AlertNet - FDA delays nonprescription morning-after pill rule: "WASHINGTON, Jan 21 (Reuters) - U.S. regulators on Friday delayed a decision on whether to approve over-the-counter sales of a Barr Pharmaceuticals 'morning-after pill' to prevent pregnancy, prompting a lawsuit from a women's rights group.

Barr said it was optimistic the Food and Drug Administration ultimately would grant its request to sell the product, called Plan B, without a prescription to women and girls age 16 and older.

The FDA said it would complete its review 'in the near future,' according to a statement from Barr."

Barr had earlier agreed with FDA request to require a physician's prescription for those under age 16. It is worrisome that this delay in FDA's decision may have its basis more on politics rather than science. ..Maurice.




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