Clinical Trials at Medical Drugs Glossary

What is Clinical Trials? Testing of a drug compound or medical device in humans to ensure that the drug is efficacious and safe. Clinical trials are controlled by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States. Approval by the FDA to conduct a well-defined clinical trial may be granted after safety has been demonstrated in non-clinical studies.

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