Unapproved Drug
/ˌʌnəˈpruːvd drʌɡ/
Definitions
- (n.) A pharmaceutical product or substance that has not received official authorization or approval by a regulatory agency for marketing or use.
The company was fined for distributing an unapproved drug without FDA authorization.
Forms
- unapproved drug
- unapproved drugs
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Commentary
The term emphasizes regulatory status; ensure clarity whether referring to marketing status or investigational use in legal drafting.
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