From: EXECSEC
Sent: Wednesday, December 06, 2000 7:17 AM
To: Dockets, FDA
Subject: FW: Lotronex



-----Original Message-----
From: Henney, Jane 
Sent: Tuesday, December 05, 2000 4:21 PM
To: EXECSEC
Subject: FW: Lotronex




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> Sent: 	Tuesday, December 05, 2000 4:20:26 PM
> To: 	jhenney@oc.fda.gov
> Subject: 	Lotronex
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Dear Jane Henry,

     I am writing to you regarding the recall of Lotronex.  I’ve been taking 
Lotronex since June with wonderful results.  In keeping this as brief as 
possible, I can’t even begin to tell you how this drug has changed my life.  
In the most simplistic terms, it’s given my life back to me and also to my 
family.  I am 37 years old and I have suffered from IBS since the age of 20. 
  The past five years have been the worst: my disease ruled my life.  I was 
down to 105 lbs., I couldn’t eat anything without severe consequences, and I 
was unable to participate in or enjoy normal activities.  I was weak and 
consumed with physical and emotional pain.
	Since Lotronex, I’ve gained nearly 15 lbs.  I’m eating almost anything I 
want to.  I’m nearly free of pain and my anxiety level has been reduced 
significantly.  After being on Lotronex for a few days I noticed that I felt 
no pain after a meal.  After so many years of suffering, I can only assume 
this is what normal feels like.  I only have ten pills left, just in time to 
ruin the Holidays, which I had been looking forward to truly enjoying for 
the first time in years!
	I should mention that I have been taking one pill per day without ANY side 
effects.  I’m very concerned, and angry, that doctors have prescribed this 
drug to too many of the wrong people.  Is the FDA aware that men are taking 
the drug although it is only approved for women?  People who suffer from 
bouts of constipation are taking it!  It upsets me that so many people are 
left without the miracle cure because of the irresponsibilities of a few.
	What am I to do now?  As far as I know, there aren’t any other drugs that 
even come close to Lotronex.  Is there any chance for Lotronex? If so, 
please allow me to participate.  Give me a chance to have my life back!

Thank You,


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