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Investigational Drugs

Meaning

Investigational drugs are pharmaceutical agents that are currently undergoing clinical trials to determine their safety and efficacy for a specific therapeutic use, but have not yet received official regulatory approval for commercial marketing. These substances represent the forefront of medical advancement, offering potential new treatments for conditions where current options are limited or inadequate. Patients may access these agents through participation in controlled clinical research studies under strict regulatory oversight. The development pathway for these drugs is lengthy and highly regulated, reflecting a commitment to evidence-based medicine.