Why would a pharmaceutical company need to conduct research on a drug?
There are several reasons why pharmaceutical companies would need to conduct a study. For example, the pharmaceutical company may be testing the generic version of a name brand medication that is already on the market. In other instances, the pharmaceutical company may want to test a medication that is on the market for one purpose to see if it can be used to treat another medical condition. For example, an antibiotic that is on the market for respiratory tract infections, such as pneumonia, is also used to treat acne. If you are interested in a study and want to know the reason it is being conducted, ask the Center’s staff during your initial call.
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