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20 deaths from US drug in Japan

20 deaths reported in Japan from US-made vasculitis drug Tavneos. Kissei Pharmaceutical advises stopping use due to liver damage.

Evelyn Lee
ByEvelyn Lee- Senior Editor
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Japan's Kissei Pharmaceutical reported 20 deaths among patients taking the vasculitis drug Tavneos, manufactured in the US.

The company warned against prescribing the drug due to severe liver damage and is consulting with Japan's Health Ministry.

About 8,500 patients have used the drug since 2022. The FDA plans to revoke its US registration due to efficacy concerns.

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