BRIEF-FDA takes action against thousands of illegal internet pharmacies

Oct 4 (Reuters) - US FDA :

* US FDA takes action against thousands of illegal internet pharmacies

* US FDA says took action this week against more than 4,100 internet pharmacies

that illegally sell unapproved drugs

* US FDA says actions taken include civil and criminal charges, seizure of

illegal products, and removal of offending websites

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