Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient

/ˈæktɪv ˌfɑːrməˈsuːtɪkəl ɪnˈɡriːdiənt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The substance in a pharmaceutical drug responsible for the intended therapeutic effect, regulated under drug, safety, and patent law.
    The manufacturer disclosed the composition of the active pharmaceutical ingredient to comply with regulatory standards.

Forms

  • active pharmaceutical ingredient
  • active pharmaceutical ingredients

Commentary

In legal contexts, emphasis is placed on regulatory compliance, patent protections, and disclosure obligations concerning active pharmaceutical ingredients.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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