111. An analysis done by the company showed that the drug was effective in only about half as many patients as ImClone said it was. 112. Analysts said the new drug is a refined version of Losec and hence unlikely to generate the kind of profits that characterize completely novel, patented medications. 113. And anti-viral drugs such as Amantadine are not effective against type B flu strains. 114. And as long as drugs are unchecked in the industry, that image will be difficult to change. 115. And I understand that drugs are a business. 116. Analysts agreed that the drug could be a major blockbuster, although they disagreed as to its chances of reaching the market. 117. And because the drug is relatively new, there is no data on the potential risks of long -term use. 118. And even if it does, it may take years before a drug is on the market. 119. And he said many prescription drugs were easy to buy just across the border in Tijuana, Mexico. 120. And in a few years, those drugs may be as passe as steroids have become among the savvier cheaters. |