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Pharmaceutical
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Regulation
New FDA Regulations for Medication Use During Pregnancy and Lactation
Pregnancy is a special period in a woman’s life. Most medications taken by pregnant women can cross the placenta and enter the fetal body, thereby affecting fetal development. The effects of medication vary depending on the...
Pharmaceutical
PopSci
Common prefixes and suffixes in generic drugs
If you are familiar with some generic drug names, you should already notice a lot of them share the same prefix or suffix. It usually means the same drug class sharing the same prefix or suffix....
Industry
Pharmaceutical
How generic drug names are decided
Who is in charge? There are two main organizations are responsible for assigning generic drug names: The United States Adopted Names (USAN) Council: A collaborative effort between the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the American...
Pharmaceutical
PopSci
Name a drug VS Name a person
A brand drug is the precious kid of the drug company and their dedicated staff that bring the drug to patients. They will name the drug as seriously as people name their children. Naming a drug...
Biotech
Industry
Pharmaceutical
How to identify lead compounds in drug discovery
Identifying drug lead compounds, the starting point for drug development, is a crucial and multifaceted process. Here’s a breakdown of some key strategies employed in this scientific endeavor: 1. Target Identification and Validation: The journey begins...
Biotech
GLP
Industry
Pharmaceutical
Keys for selecting preclinical drug candidate
Selecting a preclinical candidate is a critical step in drug development. It is a million dollars decision. It involves choosing the most promising drug molecule from a pool of candidates to move forward for further testing. Obviously, the...
GLP
Pharmaceutical
Strategy for Planning IND-Enabling Safety Tests
IND-enabling safety tests are a crucial initial step in the drug development process. These tests help assess the safety profile of a new drug candidate before it can be administered to humans in clinical trials. Here’s...
Biotech
Industry
Pharmaceutical
What does BD do and how to become a BD in biotech
In the world of biotech, a Business Development (BD) professional plays a critical role in forging strategic partnerships, identifying and securing licensing deals, and driving the overall growth of the company. Here’s a breakdown of their...
Industry
What does project manager do in pharmaceutical companies
Project managers in pharmaceutical companies play a crucial role in bringing new drugs and treatments to market. Their duties encompass a wide range, overseeing the entire drug development process from conception to potential sale. Here’s a...
GLP
Pharmaceutical
Are there different GLP requirements or guidelines?
In the pharmaceutical industry, both FDA and OECD implement GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) guidelines aiming to ensure the quality and integrity of non-clinical safety studies. However, there are some key similarities and differences to consider: Similarities: Overall Goal: Both aim to...