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Chinese Drug Administration Law

Meaning

The principal legislative act enacted by the People’s Republic of China that provides the legal framework for regulating the entire lifecycle of pharmaceutical products, from research and development to manufacturing, distribution, and clinical use. This comprehensive law is primarily enforced by the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) and is designed to rigorously safeguard the quality, safety, and therapeutic efficacy of all medicines accessible to the Chinese public. Recent revisions have aimed to modernize and align regulatory standards with international best practices for drug approval.