| What
Are Clinical Trials?
The purpose
of clinical trials is to find out whether a medication is
safe to use and effective against various diseases or medical
conditions.
Will
You Have Access to Those Drugs That Work After a Trial Is
Complete?
Often, the
company developing a new drug may try to see that you can
continue to get it, even before the FDA has approved it for
sale. You may be able to do this under what is termed a compassionate
plea basis. This means that because the new drug has been
so helpful, the manufacturer can give it to a physician, who
may then prescribe it for you.
Checklist
of Questions
So, you're
considering taking part in a clinical trial...This can be
a very satisfying experience, allowing you to help yourself
now and to help others in the future. But what questions should
you ask to help you make sure you really want to take part,
and, if you do decide to go ahead, what should you expect
along the way?
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