OVERVIEW OF DRUG REGULATORY AFFAIRS IN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES

Abstract

Regulatory affairs, a relatively new profession, emerged from governmental efforts to protect public health across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, veterinary medicines, medical devices, agrochemicals, and cosmetics. These professionals act as intermediaries between pharmaceutical companies and regulatory authorities, ensuring the safety, efficacy, and quality of products. Their role is crucial in the development, testing, clinical trials, manufacturing, and marketing of drugs. There is an increasing need to incorporate current regulatory developments into pharmacy curricula to better prepare students for industry careers. This research project, “Overview of Drug Regulatory Affairs in Pharmaceutical Industries,” examines the evolution of regulatory affairs, its critical role in the pharmaceutical sector, and the implementation of regulatory guidelines to drive industry growth.