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Biotech / Medical : VVUS: VIVUS INC. (NASDAQ)

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To: Edderd who wrote (16774)12/9/1998 8:39:00 AM
From: Zebra 365  Read Replies (1) of 23519
 
Regarding patient perception of the relabeling of Viagra.

On a technical basis, I have not seen that perception, in the sense of men taking Viagra and, though tolerating it, want to switch.

But in the new inquiries I have had in the past week, regarding ED treatment, there is a growing perception that Viagra is not risk-free and a new interest in alternatives.

Of course few of these men know about MUSE.

So, I don't see an immediate rush to MUSE, but I do expect somewhat of a reversal in the Rx trend, to see stabilizing and then increasing script numbers. My sample size would be much smaller than Edderd's due to the fact that I am an internist, not a urologist.

I agree that Astra-Zeneca appears to be a done deal and I agree it is a positive thing for VVUS. If the VVUS board of directors is only mildly retarded, instead of profoundly retarded, this may be a positive thing for VVUS shareholders as well.

Zebra

PS Regarding options: <<VLAD and all, noticed 450 Dec 5 put contracts were transacted yesterday. For what it's worth.>>

Sounds like a smart move for the seller, if VVUS moves above 5, it will be a technical breakout and worth buying (or having the stock put to you at 5 would be good), and if it doesn't then you pocket the premium and move on. I don't see the logic from the buyers' side though.
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