Physician-Drug Company Complex
April 1989
in “
Archives of Dermatology
”
TLDR Pharmaceutical ads for Rogaine and Accutane may be misleading and not financially sensible.
The document raised concerns about the advertising practices of pharmaceutical companies, specifically regarding Rogaine and Accutane. It suggested that the apparent effectiveness of Rogaine in promoting hair growth might have been exaggerated through photographic manipulation, such as changes in lighting, camera angle, and hair styling. Additionally, it questioned the financial viability of Accutane advertising, given the limited number of female patients with cystic acne who could benefit from the treatment.