Drug Development
Comprehensive guide to the drug development process including discovery, preclinical development, clinical trials, and regulatory approval.
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Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are systematic studies in human subjects designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of investigational drugs. Clinical development typically proceeds through four phases.
Drug Discovery Process
Drug discovery is the process of identifying new pharmaceutical compounds with therapeutic potential. This complex, multi-stage process integrates various scientific disciplines from basic research to
Preclinical Development
Preclinical development evaluates the safety and efficacy of drug candidates before human testing. This phase generates critical data to support regulatory approval for clinical trials.
Regulatory Approval
Regulatory approval is the process by which health authorities evaluate drug safety, efficacy, and quality before allowing marketing. The approval process varies by country and regulatory jurisdiction