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New indication: Bortezomib (Velcade), an antineoplastic agent, was approved on June 20, 2008, for the initial treatment of multiple myeloma.  Generic drugs approved by FDA (through August 2008) including risperidone tablets.  New indication: Duloxetine (Cymbalta), an SSNRI, was approved on June 13, 2008, for the management of fibromyalgia  Recent FDA approvals and indications (through August 2008) related to Concerta, Avodart, Prandimet, Trivaris, Reclast, Requip XL, Aciphex, Aptivus, Kinrix, Pentacel, and Durezol.  New indication: Atomoxetine (Strattera), a selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor, was approved on May 7, 2008, for the maintenance treatment of ADHD in children and adolescents.  Generic drugs approved by FDA (through July 2008) including fluoxetine capsules and calcipotriene topical solution.  Recent FDA approvals and indications (through July 2008) related to Abilify, Levaquin, Taclonex Scalp, Recothrom, and Seroquel.  NME: Alvimopan (Entereg), a peripherally acting mu-opioid receptor antagonist, was approved on May 20, 2008, to accelerate the time to upper and lower GI recovery after partial large or small bowel resection surgery with primary anastomosis.  Recent FDA approvals and indications (through June 2008) related to Rotarix, Pantanase, Treximet, Aplenzin, Relistor, Actonel, Vyvanse, Advair Diskus 250/50, and Orencia. 
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