European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines & HealthCare

The European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines & HealthCare (EDQM) is part of the Council of Europe, responsible for overseeing the safety, quality, and effectiveness of medicines and healthcare materials across Europe. It develops standards, such as the European Pharmacopoeia, which laboratories and manufacturers use to ensure medicines meet consistent quality requirements. The EDQM also monitors the supply of medicines, issues certificates of suitability for active ingredients, and promotes best practices in healthcare. Its goal is to protect public health by ensuring high-quality medicines are available throughout Europe.