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Resources | Drugs

For Consumers, Health Professionals, and Industry

Find resources to answer regulatory and drug-related questions. Not intended to be an all-inclusive source, but instead serves as a guide to key information.

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Information for Consumers

FAQs on popular topics, safety information, labeling, buying and using medicine safely

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Information for Industry

Search databases for regulatory information on drug development and approval processes, submit drug applications, pay user fees, get small business assistance