Colossal Wrongdoings by Big Pharma – Servier – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #1094
Benfluorex, marketed as Mediator, was widely prescribed for diabetes and weight loss in France until its 2009 withdrawal due to severe health risks, causing 500-2,000 deaths. Dr. Irène Frachon’s investigation revealed systemic regulatory failures and corporate negligence. The scandal prompted significant reforms in France’s drug safety oversight to enhance transparency and accountability.