The process to get a drug, vaccine, or medical device approved in the US may at first seem labyrinthine, but there is a method to the complexity. Understanding the steps and actions is important to foster consumer trust, and to encourage people to participate in pre-clinical and clinical research.
How drugs are normally approved
When Americans shop for medicines, or are given a prescription by their doctor, they can be assured that they benefit from the world’s safest and most advanced pharmaceutical system.
