The European Medicines Agency is planning to develop new guidance to assist drug companies that are interested in using digital technology to educate doctors and patients about the specific safety risks of their medicines.
EMA To Consider How To Deliver Drug Risks Information Via Digital Formats
Electronic Distribution Of Education Materials Cannot Substitute Paper Materials
European Medicines Agency plans to finalize changes to its guideline on additional risk minimization measures and then establish a new drafting group on digitalization of education materials.
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