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20 Deaths in Japan Linked to Vasculitis Drug Tavneos

Twenty patients in Japan have died after being administered Tavneos, a drug for vasculitis developed by Amgen. Japanese health authorities and the drug's partner are advising patients to consult their doctors regarding its use.

16 May, 02:37 — 16 May, 02:37
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japan-timesMostly Factual7h ago

Amgen’s Tavneos discouraged by Japanese partner after deaths

Twenty people in Japan died after taking Tavneos, though it's unclear whether the drug killed those people, a media report said.

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wsj15 May, 20:13First to report

20 People in Japan Died After Taking Amgen Drug - WSJ

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japan-times16 May, 02:37

Amgen’s Tavneos discouraged by Japanese partner after deaths

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NHK World16 May, 05:52Latest update

血管炎の薬 投与後に患者20人死亡“使用の患者 医師と相談を”

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