Purpose: To become familiar with drug approval procedures.
Objective: Upon completion of the investigation, the student will be able to explain
Some procedures followed before a drug is approved for human uses.
Procedure: Research the procedure for putting a new drug on the market.
Research a drug that is used for the disease you have studied.
Observation: What is the name of the organization responsible for the drug approval application process?
What is the name of the drug you researched and what is the primary use for this drug?
Conclusion: Do you think the drug approval process is adequate? Why or Why not
Do you think the drug you researched is effective doing it's primary function? Why or Why not