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 The European Commission said in July that Diane-35
was safe for use, a seal of approval which obliged France to allow
sales of the product again.
France had suspended sales of Diane-35 after four deaths over the
past 25 years were linked to its use.
The pill reduces acne by regulating hormones and blocking ovulation,
and is often prescribed as a contraceptive even though it is not
approved for this use.
(Reporting by Ludwig Burger; editing by Christoph Steitz)
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