April 26, 2011 - The FDA will oversee electronic cigarettes marketed for non-therapeutic use as tobacco products. E-cigarette companies will be subject to rules that apply to the makers of regular cigarettes, such as providing a list of product ingredients to the government. The FDA is limited in that it cannot order manufacturers to conduct the types of studies mandated for drugs or medical devices on e-cigarettes, though they can review the product before it goes on sale. If, however, the e-cigarettes are marketed on a therapeutic claim, FDA can continue to regulate as drugs or devices. Makers of e-cigarettes say they look forward to working with the FDA.

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