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Some key dates in history of thalidomide

BERLIN — 1946— Gruenenthal, a German pharmaceutical, is founded in Stolberg.

1954 — Gruenenthal discovers and patents thalidomide.

1957 — Thalidomide is first sold as Contergan in Germany. It is mainly prescribed to treat anxiety and morning sickness in pregnant women....

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