Efficacy and Safety Standards

Efficacy and safety standards are criteria used to evaluate medical products like drugs and vaccines. Efficacy refers to how well a product works—its ability to produce the desired health benefits. Safety standards ensure that the benefits outweigh any risks or side effects, and that the product does not cause harm when used correctly. Regulatory agencies thoroughly review clinical trial data to confirm that a product is both effective and safe before approval. These standards help protect public health by ensuring that medical interventions are reliable and do not pose unacceptable risks to patients.