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Paris-based Sanofi reported $84 million in sales for Multaq in the first-half of 2009.
Leerink Swann analyst Seamus Fernandez said the safety warning is unlikely to hurt U.S. sales of drug, which he estimates at $128 million for 2010 and $521 million by 2016.
Sanofi said in a statement it has already issued a letter about the liver injuries to doctors and other health care professionals who prescribe Multaq. The letter recommends prescribers consider giving liver enzyme tests during the first six months of treatment.
"Sanofi-Aventis will continue to be in communication with the FDA and this issue will be closely reviewed and monitored," the company stated.
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