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 "asOf": "2026-10-09",
 "status": "discontinuing",
 "since": "09/18/2026",
 "dayN": 21,
 "cat": "Neurology",
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 ],
 "reasons": [],
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    "pharm_class_epc": [
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   "date": "2026-09-19",
   "kind": "new",
   "to": "discontinuing",
   "text": "Rivastigmine Film, Extended Release appeared on the FDA shortage list (being discontinued)"
  }
 ]
}