FDA staff says errors likely in administering Purdue's fast-acting painkiller

(Reuters) - Errors in administering Purdue Pharma's fast-acting oxycodone painkiller are likely and could result in insufficient pain relief as the drug must be given every 4-6 hours on an empty stomach, U.S. Food and Drug Administration staff said.

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