Drug Safety Monitoring

Drug safety monitoring is the process of tracking the effects of medications after they are approved for public use. This involves collecting and analyzing data about any side effects, adverse reactions, or long-term impacts on health. Regulatory agencies, like the FDA, oversee this monitoring to ensure that drugs remain safe and effective. When safety concerns arise, actions can include updating labels, issuing warnings, or even withdrawing a drug from the market. Ultimately, drug safety monitoring helps protect patients and ensures that medications deliver their intended benefits without causing harm.