About FDA...?

Question

How does the FDA impact on our country?

How does this agency allow the government to
run smoothly?

Answer 1

The FDA has the power to regulate a multitude of products in a manner that ensures the safety of the American public and the effectiveness of marketed food, medical, and cosmetic products. Regulations may take several forms, including but not limited to outright ban, controlled distribution, and controlled marketing. Additionally, the FDA sets the standards under which individuals may be licensed to prescribe drugs or other medical devices. Regulatory enforcement is carried out by Consumer Safety Officers within the Office of Regulatory Affairs and criminal matters are handled by special agents within the Office of Criminal Investigations (OCI).

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fda

Answer 2

In 2006, FDA commemorates the 100th anniversary of its founding law, the 1906 Pure Food and Drugs Act. FDA is the oldest consumer protection agency in the nation.

FDA Components

Food Safety and Applied Nutrition
Drug Evaluation and Research
Devices and Radiological Health
Biologics Evaluation and Research
Veterinary Medicine
Field Operations/Regulatory Affairs
Toxicological Research

FDA Activities

Advisory Committees
Clinical Trials
Field Operations
Freedom of Information
Imports
International
Major Initiatives
MedWatch
No Fear Act Data
Pediatrics
Science
Toxicological Research
User Fees
Animal Drugs
Human Drugs
Medical Devices