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International News Serono Official Pleads Guilty in AIDS Device CaseJuly 24, 2008 The medical director for Serono Laboratories, which manufactures the AIDS drug Serostim, pleaded guilty Wednesday to promoting the off-label use of adulterated scientific instruments to drive up sales of the drug. Norma Muurahainen admitted guilt to three misdemeanor charges of causing the introduction of the fixed devices into interstate commerce, said US Attorney Michael Sullivan. Muurahainen encouraged use of the device to measure loss of body cell mass in AIDS patients, a use that had not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration, said prosecutors. In 2005, Serono pleaded guilty and agreed to a $704 million fine to settle a similar claim. Associated Press 07.24.2008  This article was provided by U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is a part of the publication CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update. Visit the CDC's website to find out more about their activities, publications and services.
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