In the 1960s, the anti-nausea drug thalidomide caused severe birth defects in babies born to mothers who
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In the 1960s, the anti-nausea drug thalidomide caused severe birth defects in babies born to mothers who had taken the drug to relieve morning sickness. Discuss the reasons why this was a serious issue in Europe and yet not in the US. Describe why the drug is toxic and under what circumstances it is currently prescribed. What changes in legislation were introduced in Europe following these cases?
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Inorganic Chemistry
ISBN: 9780198768128
7th Edition
Authors: Mark Weller, Tina Overton, Jonathan Rourke
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