Phonies Beware!

Overview

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.

Details

• Status Released
• Release Date May 25, 1956
• Budget N/A
• Revenue N/A
• Production RKO Radio Pictures, RKO Pathé Pictures