drug development Flashcards
1
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drugs must be:
A
effective, safe, stable, successful
2
Q
what us a placebo
A
a drug that looks identical to drug being tested but have no active drug and has no effect
3
Q
what is a blind trial
A
where the patient doesnt know if they are taking a drug or placebo
4
Q
what is a double blind trial
A
where the patient and doctor do not know if they are taking a drug or placebo
5
Q
what is peer review
A
other scientists check results methods and explanations before they are published to reduce bias and false claims
6
Q
what do preclinical trials test for
A
toxisity, efficiency and dose
7
Q
what are preclinical tests done on
A
cells, tissues and then living animals
