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Generic Drug Cluster: What Are Global Regulators Discussing?

FDA’s Sarah Ibrahim Outlined Key Generic Drug Topics Among Seven Health Agencies

 
• By Urtė Fultinavičiūtė

In its ongoing attempt to embrace international harmonization, the US Food and Drug Administration invited stakeholders from both sides of the Atlantic to discuss how global health regulators can join forces to improve generic drug development at a recent webinar on “Expanding Generic Drug Access Through International Engagements.”

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The Generic Drug Cluster has seven regulatory bodies • Source: Shutterstock

“Recognizing the interconnectedness of actions across countries, collaboration emerges as essential,” said Sarah Ibrahim, associate director for global affairs at the Office of Generic Drugs at the US Food and Drug Administration, during her introductory session on OGD’s global affairs and international engagement at a recent webinar on “Expanding Generic Drug Access Through International Engagements.”.

Ibrahim noted how harmonization and alignment of regulatory standards and requirements across global regions play a “crucial role in fostering...

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