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Big Pharma: Gaming the system

The New Statesman | UK politics and culture

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The Dark Legacy of OxyContin Marketing

This chapter examines the aggressive marketing tactics used by Purdue Pharma for OxyContin, emphasizing its promotion despite known addiction risks. It critiques the repercussions of such strategies, including widespread addiction and the prioritization of profits over patient safety.

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