FDA Sets October 22, 1999, Compliance Date for Over-the-Counter Analgesic/Antipyretic Drug Products with Alcohol Warning

Summary

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has established a deadline of October 22, 1999, for the implementation of a regulation requiring warning statements on over-the-counter analgesic/antipyretic drug products intended for internal use, especially for individuals with a history of heavy alcohol consumption, and is responding to a citizen petition requesting more time to rebrand these products.