Vertex Scores FDA Approval for CF Drug - Jan. 31, 2012

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Tuesday, January 31, 2012  |   |   |   |  PPD Central Labs Combine the expertise of a leading contract research organization (CRO) with global central laboratories that are among the world's largest dedicated exclusively to clinical trials. We offer: • Comprehensive range of central lab services • Extensive reach • High level of accuracy Please click here for more information. •  Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX) Scores FDA Approval for CF Drug More... •  FDA Approves Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Eli Lilly and Company (LLY)'s Diabetics Therapy Jentadueto(TM) More... •  Lannett Company, Inc. (LCI) Receives FDA Approval for ANDA Supplement for Phentermine HCL Capsules, 15 mg More... •  Hi-Tech Pharmacal (HITK) Receives Final Approval for Lorazepam Oral Concentrate More... 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