Experimental Drug
/ɪkˌspɛrɪˈmɛntl drʌg/
Definitions
- (n.) A pharmaceutical compound under investigation in clinical trials but not yet approved for general medical use.
The hospital enrolled patients to test the efficacy of the experimental drug.
- (n.) A drug subject to regulatory oversight under investigational new drug (IND) status by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or equivalent authority.
The manufacturer submitted an IND application to begin human testing of the experimental drug.
Forms
- experimental drug
- experimental drugs
Related terms
See also
Commentary
In legal contexts, 'experimental drug' typically implies a substance not yet approved and often covered under special regulatory frameworks such as investigational new drug applications.
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.