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Pharmacology
Pharmacology is the study of drugs and their effects.
NICHD and other institutes of the NIH help conduct the research that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) uses to determine whether a medication will be approved for everyone to use. NICHD conducts and supports research on various medications that affect children and women, primarily to help ensure their safety and usefulness for preventing, treating, and managing various diseases and disorders.
General Information
Pharmacology is the study of drugs and their effects. Pharmacology also includes studying dietary and herbal supplements.
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Many people take medicine in their everyday lives. Pharmacology helps ensure the safety and effectiveness of these medications.
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for approving medications and supplements.
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Research
NICHD conducts and supports research on pharmacology and on various medications that affect children and women.
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NICHD conducts and supports a variety of clinical research projects related to pharmacology.
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Find answers to other common questions about pharmacology, such as how to learn about side effects and the safety of taking medicine during pregnancy.
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Links to websites of groups that study or provide information about pharmacology.
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