Posted by Geezer on July 1, 2003, at 22:05:20
In reply to Re: How long until Cymbalta / duloxetine is availa, posted by Jack Smith on July 1, 2003, at 12:48:49
> > I know FDA approval is 4th quarter, but what does that mean for how long until it's actually available? Anybody know how these things work?
> >
> > Interesting article about the drug here:
> > http://www.businesswire.com/webbox/bw.102902/223020378.htm
>
> Interesting article indeed. Sounds too good to be true to me but I am always pessimistic on preliminary studies before the drug is released. 79% response? A 69% remission rate is unheard of.
>
> As for when it is going to be released, good luck in finding out. But I think once the FDA approves, it will be a matter of weeks. Lilly is itching to get this one on the market.
>
> JACKHi Jack,
Numbers are not so surprizing when you take into account Lilly sponsored the article. Could be a good drug, very likely better than "Side-Effexor".
With Effexor you don't get any NA benefit until you get to about 200mg. Duloxatin should be a 50/50 effect for Ser. and NA from the first dose.They had approval from the FDA over a year ago - if I explain the delay Dr. Bob will redirect or cancell this post.
Geezer
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