Which of the Following Statements About Off-Label Use of a Drug

question 90

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about off-label use of a drug is FALSE?

• A)Drugs can only be marketed for purposes approved by the FDA.
• B)Many off-label uses are safe.
• C)It occurs when a drug is approved by the FDA for one purpose and then prescribed for a purpose not listed on the label.
• D)It occurs most often when doctors err in prescribing a drug.

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