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Supply ChainDrug Supply Chain
Search for Pharmaceutical Quality DocumentsPharmaceutical Quality and Manufacturing
Multiple Endpoints Guidance SnapshotRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Ethical Considerations for Clinical Investigations Involving Children -Guidance SnapshotRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Neonatal Guidance SnapshotRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Patient-Focused Drug Development Clinical Outcome Assessments
Guidance
Snapshot
Regulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Food Effects Guidance SnapshotRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Bioavailability Guidance SnapshotRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Population Pharmacokinetics Guidance SnapshotRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Pathology Peer Review Guidance SnapshotRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Benefit-Risk Assessment for New Drug and Biologic Products SnapshotRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Adjusting for Covariates Guidance SnapshotRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
In Vitro Drug Interaction Studies Guidance SnapshotRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Clinical Drug Interaction Studies Guidance SnapshotRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Complex Innovative Trial Designs Guidance SnapshotRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Meetings, Engaging with FDA
Maximal Usage Trials Guidance SnapshotRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Targeted Therapies Guidance SnapshotRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Multiple Endpoints Guidance Recap Podcast TranscriptRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Ethical Considerations for Clinical Investigations Involving Children -Guidance Recap Podcast TranscriptRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Neonatal Studies Guidance Recap Podcast TranscriptRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Patient-Focused Drug Development Clinical Outcome Assessments
Guidance Recap
Podcast Transcript
Regulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Food Effects Guidance Recap Podcast TranscriptRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Bioavailability Guidance Recap Podcast TranscriptRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Population Pharmacokinetics Guidance Recap Podcast TranscriptRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Pathology Peer Review Guidance Recap Podcast TranscriptRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Adjusting for Covariates Guidance Recap Podcast TranscriptRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
In Vitro Drug Interaction Studies Guidance Recap Podcast TranscriptRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Clinical Drug Interaction Studies Guidance Recap Podcast TranscriptRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Complex Innovative Trial Designs Guidance Recap Podcast TranscriptRegulations, Laws, Guidances; Meetings, Engaging with FDA
Complex Generics NewsGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Applications
Emerging Technology ProgramPharmaceutical Quality and Manufacturing
Oncology Regulatory Expertise and Early Guidance (OREEG)Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval, Investigational New Drug Development Application (IND), Meetings, Engaging with FDA
OTC Monographs@FDAOver-the-Counter Drug Review
Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drug Review | OTC Monograph Reform in the CARES ActOver-the-Counter Drug Review
Phonetic and Orthographic Computer Analysis (POCA) ProgramDrug Safety; Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
About CDER Small Business and Industry AssistanceAbout FDA and CDER
About FDAAbout FDA and CDER
CDER Exclusivity BoardAbout FDA and CDER
CDER OmbudsmanAbout FDA and CDER
Doing Business With FDAAbout FDA and CDER
Jobs at FDAAbout FDA and CDER
Biosimilar Development, Review, and ApprovalBiologics, Biosimilars, Biologics License Application (BLA) 
Biosimilar Product Information (FDA-Approved List of Biological Products)Biologics, Biosimilars, Biologics License Application (BLA) 
BiosimilarsBiologics, Biosimilars, Biologics License Application (BLA) 
Biosimilars Action PlanBiologics, Biosimilars, Biologics License Application (BLA) 
Bisoimilar Industry Information and GuidanceBiologics, Biosimilars, Biologics License Application (BLA) 
"Deemed to be a License Provision" of the BPCI ActBiologics, Biosimilars, Biologics License Application (BLA) 
Frequently Asked Questions About Therapeutic Biological ProductsBiologics, Biosimilars, Biologics License Application (BLA) 
Therapeutic Biologic Applications (BLA) Approval InformationBiologics, Biosimilars, Biologics License Application (BLA) 
Transfer of Therapeutic Products to CDER Biologics, Biosimilars, Biologics License Application (BLA) 
Purple Book: Lists of Licensed Biological Products with Reference Product Exclusivity and Biosimilarity or Interchangeability EvaluationsBiologics, Biosimilars, Biologics License Application (BLA); Databases
Biosimilar User Fee Amendments (BsUFA)Biologics, Biosimilars, Biologics License Application (BLA); User Fees
Biomarker Qualification ProgramClinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Combination Products Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Clinical Trials and Human Subject ProtectionClinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Development & Approval ProcessClinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Drug Development and Drug Interactions: Table of Substrates, Inhibitors and InducersClinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Drug Development ProcessClinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
The FDA's Drug Review Process: Ensuring Drugs Are Safe and EffectiveClinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Economic Assistance and Incentives for Drug DevelopmentClinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Coronavirus (COVID-19)Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
COVID MyStudies Application (App)Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Frequently Asked Questions on Patents and ExclusivityClinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Real-World EvidenceClinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Compliance Actions and ActivitiesCompliance, Inspections, Enforcement
Inspections, Compliance, Enforcement, and Criminal InvestigationsCompliance, Inspections, Enforcement
Unapproved DrugsCompliance, Inspections, Enforcement
Warning Letters and Notice of Violation Letters to Pharmaceutical CompaniesCompliance, Inspections, Enforcement
Compounding and the FDA: Questions and AnswersCompounding
Compounding Risk AlertsCompounding
Compounding: Inspections, Recalls, and other ActionsCompounding
Human Drug CompoundingCompounding
Acronyms and Abbreviations SearchDatabases
Drug Approvals and DatabasesDatabases
Drugs@FDADatabases
FDALabelDatabases
Inactive Ingredient DatabaseDatabases
National Drug Code DirectoryDatabases
Drug ShortagesDatabases
Search List of Extended Use Dates to Assist with Drug ShortagesDatabases
Approved Drug Products with Therapeutic Equivalence Evaluations (Orange Book)Databases; Generic Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Drug Master File webpageDrug Master Files
Drug Master Files: GuidelinesDrug Master Files
Type II DMFs for Active Pharmaceutical IngredientsDrug Master Files
Types of Drug Master Files (DMFs)Drug Master Files
Drug RecallsDrug Safety, Recalls
Drug Safety CommunicationsDrug Safety, Recalls
FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) Public DashboardDrug Safety, Recalls
MedwatchDrug Safety, Recalls
Preventable Adverse Drug Reactions: A Focus on Drug InteractionsDrug Safety, Recalls
Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS)Drug Safety, Recalls
Drug Safety Labeling ChangesDrug Safety, Recalls; Labeling
FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) Electronic SubmissionsDrug Safety, Recalls; Submissions, Forms, Contacts
Medwatch Reporting for IndustryDrug Safety, Recalls; Submissions, Forms, Contacts
Drug Safety and AvailabilityDrug Safety; Databases
Drug Supply Chain IntegrityDrug Supply Chain
Drug Supply Chain Security ActDrug Supply Chain
Verify Wholesale Drug Distributor LicensesDrug Supply Chain
Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)Generic Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Assessing User Fees Under the Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2017 Guidance for IndustryGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Dissolution Methods DatabaseGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
First Generic Drug ApprovalsGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Generic Drug Research-Related Guidances and ReportsGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Generic Drugs: Information for IndustryGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Guidance Documents for Generic Drugs (search Generics under topic)Generic Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Guidance for Industry: ANDA Submission - Content and Format of ANDAsGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Orange Book PrefaceGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Patent Certifications and Suitability PetitionsGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Product-Specific Guidances for Generic Drug DevelopmentGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Referencing Approved Drug Products in ANDA Submissions Guidance for IndustryGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Self-Identification of Generic Drug Facilities, Sites and OrganizationsGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Pre-ANDA ProgramGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA); Meetings, Engaging with FDA
FDA List of Authorized Generic DrugsGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA); New Drug Review, New Drug Application (NDA)
ANDA Forms and Submissions RequirementsGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA); Submissions, Forms, Contacts
Controlled CorrespondenceGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA); Submissions, Forms, Contacts
GDUFA web-based learning coursesGeneric Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA); User Fees
Generic Drug User Fee Amendments (GDUFA)Generic Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA); User Fees
Export certificatesImport/Export, Regulatory Affairs, International Programs
Import and Export of Human Drugs and BiologicsImport/Export, Regulatory Affairs, International Programs
Information for ExportersImport/Export, Regulatory Affairs, International Programs
Office of Global Policy and StrategyImport/Export, Regulatory Affairs, International Programs
Office of Regulatory Affairs (ORA) Directory  Import/Export, Regulatory Affairs, International Programs; Submissions, Forms, Contacts
Expanded Access: Information for IndustryInvestigational New Drug Application (IND)
Expedited ProgramsInvestigational New Drug Application (IND)
Exploratory INDsInvestigational New Drug Application (IND)
IND ExemptionsInvestigational New Drug Application (IND)
Investigational New Drug (IND) ApplicationInvestigational New Drug Application (IND)
Investigator-Initiated INDs and IND submission proceduresInvestigational New Drug Application (IND)
Pregnancy and Lactation Labeling (Drugs) Final RuleLabeling
FDA’s Labeling Resources for Human Prescription DrugsLabeling
Table of Pharmacogenomic Biomarkers in Drug LabelingLabeling
Medication GuidesLabeling; Databases
Advisory Committees (human drugs)Meetings, Engaging with FDA
Best Practices for Communication Between IND Sponsors and FDA During Drug DevelopmentMeetings, Engaging with FDA
Engaging with FDA during New Drug Development CDERLearn CourseMeetings, Engaging with FDA
News & Events for Human DrugsMeetings, Engaging with FDA; About FDA and CDER
Formal Meetings Between FDA and ANDA Applicants of Complex Products Under GDUFA Guidance for IndustryMeetings, Engaging with FDA; Generic Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Pre-IND Meeting FAQs    Meetings, Engaging with FDA; Investigational New Drug Application (IND)
Formal Meetings Between the FDA and Sponsors or Applicants of BsUFA Products Guidance for IndustryMeetings, Engaging with FDA;
Biologics, Biosimilars, Biologics License Application (BLA)  
Formal Meetings Between the FDA and Sponsors or Applicants of PDUFA Products   Meetings, Engaging with FDA;
Investigational New Drug Application (IND); New Drug Review, New Drug Application (NDA)
New Drug Application (NDA) ResourcesNew Drug Review, New Drug Application (NDA)
Pre-IND Consultation ProgramNew Drug Review, New Drug Application (NDA)
Requesting a Pre-Assigned Application numberNew Drug Review, New Drug Application (NDA)
Coronavirus Treatment Acceleration Program (CTAP)New Drug Review, New Drug Application (NDA); Clinical Trials, Drug Development and Approval
Applications Covered by Section 505(b)2) Guidance for IndustryNew Drug Review, New Drug Application (NDA); Investigational New Drug Application (IND)
Prescription Drug User Fee Amendments (PDUFA)New Drug Review, New Drug Application (NDA); User Fees
User Fee Waivers, Reduction, and Refunds for Drug and Biological Products - Guidance for IndustryNew Drug Review, New Drug Application (NDA); User Fees
Development and Regulation of OTC (Nonprescription) DrugsOver-the-Counter Drug Review
Drug applications for OTC drugsOver-the-Counter Drug Review
OTC Monographs and RulemakingOver-the-Counter Drug Review
Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drug Monograph ProcessOver-the-Counter Drug Review
Over-the-Counter Monograph User Fee Program (OMUFA)Over-the-Counter Drug Review; User Fees
BlackBerry QNX Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities May Affect Drug Manufacturing EquipmentPharmaceutical Quality and Manufacturing
Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) RegulationsPharmaceutical Quality and Manufacturing
Developing and Manufacturing Drugs Including BiologicsPharmaceutical Quality and Manufacturing
Drug Quality Sampling and Testing ProgramsPharmaceutical Quality and Manufacturing
Expiration Dates - Questions and AnswersPharmaceutical Quality and Manufacturing
Facts About CGMPsPharmaceutical Quality and Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical Quality Resources Pharmaceutical Quality and Manufacturing
Quality Metrics for Drug ManufacturingPharmaceutical Quality and Manufacturing
Questions and Answers on CGMPsPharmaceutical Quality and Manufacturing
Questions and Answers on Current Good Manufacturing Practices—Control of Components and Drug Product Containers and ClosuresPharmaceutical Quality and Manufacturing
Questions and Answers on Current Good Manufacturing Practices—Production and Process ControlsPharmaceutical Quality and Manufacturing
Report a Product Quality IssuePharmaceutical Quality and Manufacturing
Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) RegulationsPharmaceutical Quality and Manufacturing; Regulations, Laws, Guidances
Office of Prescription Drug Promotion (OPDP)Post-Marketing Activities and Promotion
Truthful Prescription Drug Advertising and Promotion (Bad Ad Program)Post-Marketing Activities and Promotion
Postmarket Drug Safety Information for Patients and ProvidersPost-Marketing Activities and Promotion; Drug Safety
Postmarketing Surveillance ProgramsPost-Marketing Activities and Promotion; Drug Safety
Developing Products for Rare Diseases and ConditionsRare Diseases and Orphan Drugs
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Designating an Orphan ProductRare Diseases and Orphan Drugs
Search Orphan Drug Designations and ApprovalsRare Diseases and Orphan Drugs
CDER Direct: Electronic Submissions PortalRegistration and Listing
Electronic Drug Registration and Listing InstructionsRegistration and Listing
Drug Establishments Current Registration Site (DECRS Database)Registration and Listing; Databases
Registered Outsourcing Facilities (Compounding)Registration and Listing; Databases
Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21Regulations, Laws, Guidances
Federal Food Drug & Cosmetic ActRegulations, Laws, Guidances
Laws, Regulations and GuidancesRegulations, Laws, Guidances
Search for FDA Guidance DocumentsRegulations, Laws, Guidances
CDER Reports & BudgetReports
Division of Applied Regulatory Science Annual ReportsReports
Drug and Biologic Approval and IND Activity ReportsReports
Fast Track ApprovalsReports
GDUFA Science and Research ReportsReports
IND Application Reporting: Safety ReportsReports
NDA and BLA ApprovalsReports
NDA and BLA Calendar Year ApprovalsReports
Office of Clinical Pharmacology Annual ReportsReports
Office of Generic Drugs Annual ReportsReports
Office of New Drugs Annual ReportsReports
Office of Pharmaceutical Quality Annual ReportsReports
CDER Data Standards ProgramSubmissions, Forms, Contacts
CDER Direct NextGen Collaboration PortalSubmissions, Forms, Contacts
CDER Direct NextGen Collaboration Portal FAQsSubmissions, Forms, Contacts
Electronic Regulatory Submission and ReviewSubmissions, Forms, Contacts
FDA FormsSubmissions, Forms, Contacts
Forms and Submission RequirementsSubmissions, Forms, Contacts
Office of New Drugs ContactsSubmissions, Forms, Contacts
Reorganization of the Office of New DrugsSubmissions, Forms, Contacts
Addresses for regulatory submissionsSubmissions, Forms, Contacts; Investigational New Drug Application (IND); New Drug Review, New Drug Application (NDA); Generic Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Electronic Common Technical Document (eCTD)Submissions, Forms, Contacts; Investigational New Drug Application (IND); New Drug Review, New Drug Application (NDA); Generic Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
FDA IND, NDA, ANDA, or Drug Master File BindersSubmissions, Forms, Contacts; Investigational New Drug Application (IND); New Drug Review, New Drug Application (NDA); Generic Drugs, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA); Drug Master Files
CDER SBIA Learn: Respository of Training Resources and RecordingsTraining Resources
CDERLearn Training and EducationTraining Resources
Stay Informed with FDA Interactive MediaTraining Resources
Video and Transcript: FDA/CDER'€™s Small Business and Industry Assistance (SBIA)Training Resources
FDA User Fee ProgramsUser Fees
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