The pharmaceutical industry in the United States is one of the largest and most significant industries in the country. It comprises companies that develop, manufacture, and market drugs for use in human health. The industry includes large multinational corporations as well as small start-ups and is a major contributor to the US economy.
The US pharmaceutical industry has a long history of innovation and research, with many new drugs and therapies developed within its borders. The industry is regulated by various federal agencies, including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). These agencies oversee the approval and distribution of drugs, as well as the reimbursement of costs for prescription drugs under Medicare and Medicaid programs.
This course provides an overview of the US and International Pharmaceutical Industry’s structure, global market trends, and drug development process. The subsection of the pharmaceutical industry, such as drugs, biologics, medical devices, combination products, and dietary supplements are discussed in detail.
Learning Points:
- Pharma Organizational Structure
- Current Market Trends and Popular Pharma Companies
- Drug Development Process
- Overview of:
- Drugs
- Biologics
- Devices
- Combination Products
- Dietary Supplements