Editorial - (2025) Volume 11, Issue 2
The journey of a drug from the confines of a laboratory to the shelves of a pharmacy is a complex, multi-phase process governed by rigorous scientific, regulatory, and ethical standards. Drug licensing is not merely a bureaucratic hurdle—it’s a critical safeguard that ensures new medications are safe, effective, and beneficial to public health. This article explores the complete lifecycle of drug development and licensing, from initial discovery to market approval.
Abstract
The journey of a drug from the confines of a laboratory to the shelves of a pharmacy is a complex, multi-phase process governed by rigorous scientific, regulatory, and ethical standards. Drug licensing is not merely a bureaucratic hurdle—it’s a critical safeguard that ensures new medications are safe, effective, and beneficial to public health. This article explores the complete lifecycle of drug development and licensing, from initial discovery to market approval.
Published: 26-Apr-2025, DOI: 10.35248/2471-268X.24.11(2).001
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