Describe the process by which a drug is approved for sales
Drugs are usually tested with animals to determine their usefulness. Articles are published on the results and additional trials are conducted, each trial costing a drug time and money. If the results are favorable, they are usually repeated at other institutions. If still favorable, they are tested in human trials, and if successful, finally tested in large clinical trials. This may take years and millions of dollars. If proven to be effective, the FDA is petitioned to allow the drug to be placed on the market.
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