Drug Safety Guidelines

Drug safety guidelines are established procedures to ensure medications are used effectively and without unnecessary risk. They involve thorough testing in labs and clinical trials to assess safety and effectiveness before approval. Once on the market, ongoing monitoring tracks side effects and health risks. These guidelines help healthcare providers prescribe drugs properly, patients follow directions, and regulatory agencies intervene if safety concerns arise. The goal is to balance benefits with potential risks, preventing harm while providing access to effective treatments. Together, these measures help maintain public health and trust in medication safety.