Who is Responsible for Post Marketing Surveillance?
The responsibility for PMS is shared among several stakeholders:
Regulatory Agencies: Organizations like the FDA and EMA oversee the monitoring process and evaluate the data collected. Pharmaceutical Companies: These companies are required to conduct PMS studies and report their findings to regulatory bodies. Healthcare Providers: Physicians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals play a key role in reporting adverse events. Consumers: Patients can also report side effects and help in identifying issues related to drug use.
