Article: Merck studies on Vioxx questioned in leading medical journal

Stephanie Saul The New York Times Media Group
International Herald Tribune
04-17-2008
Merck studies on Vioxx questioned in leading medical journal
Byline: Stephanie Saul The New York Times Media Group
Edition: 4
Section: FINANCE/BUSINESS

NEW YORK --

The drug maker Merck drafted dozens of research studies for a best-selling drug, then lined up prestigious doctors to put their names on the reports before publication, according to an article published Wednesday in a leading medical journal.

The article, based on documents unearthed in lawsuits over the pain drug Vioxx, provides a rare, detailed look at the industry practice of ghostwriting medical research studies that are then published in ...

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