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FDA Approves 150 Foreign Drugs Amid Safety Concerns

8/12/2025

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The FDA has permitted over 150 drugs from foreign factories, primarily in India, to enter the U.S. since 2013, citing drug shortages. Many of these factories failed to meet safety standards, and the lack of regular testing raises alarming health concerns. A detailed list of these exempted drugs has now been released.

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Story summary

The FDA has permitted over 150 drugs from foreign factories, primarily in India, to enter the U.S. since 2013, citing drug shortages. Many of these factories failed to meet safety standards, and the lack of regular testing raises alarming health concerns. A detailed list of these exempted drugs has now been released.