Phonies Beware!

This Screenliner short shows how the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) looks at drug claims that may be fraudulent. In this case, a product called Elixirex is advertised as a cure-all for almost any ailment, including arthritis, rheumatism, and diabetes. After a diabetes patient dies following the use of Elixirex, FDA inspectors start their investigation.

Genre:

Drama

Duration:

8 min

Cast:

Bob Hite, John Zaic

Quality:

HD

Director:

Larry O'Reilly

Release:

1956

Country:

United States

Rating:

6.5