Pharma IQ Glossary: Center For Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER)
The Center For Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) performs an essential public health task by making sure that safe and effective drugs are available to improve the health of people in the United States. As part of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), CDER regulates over-the-counter and prescription drugs, including biological therapeutics and generic drugs. This work covers more than just medicines. For example, fluoride toothpaste, antiperspirants, dandruff shampoos and sunscreens are all considered "drugs."
FDA to Issue Guidance on the Biosimilar Pathway by End of 2011
May 17 by Pharma IQIt was only matter of time before the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) put in place guidance for the marketing of biosimiliars – and it would seem that time is almost upon us. Global...
Multiparticulate Drug Delivery Systems
October 03 by T. E. Gopala Krishna MurthyMultiparticulates are the discrete, small, repetitive units of drug particles which may or may not possess similar drug release pattern.
Career Spotlight: Clinical Research Coordinator
August 30 by Pharma IQWorking as a clinical research coordinator or a clinical research associate can prove both a challenging and rewarding career.
