FDA Proposes Framework to Bolster Credibility of AI Models in Drug Development

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has unveiled a groundbreaking draft guidance aimed at advancing the credibility of artificial intelligence (AI) models in drug and biological product development. This marks a significant milestone as it is the agency’s first formal guidance on AI in this domain, underscoring its commitment to innovation while maintaining rigorous regulatory standards.
FDA Suggests Collecting data on Ovarian Toxicity in Cancer Drug Trials

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is recommending that sponsors include the collection of data on ovarian toxicity in the development of cancer drugs.
FDA Proposes Removing Oral Phenylephrine as Active Ingredient in OTC Nasal Decongestants After Review

In November 2024 the Food and Drug Administration announced its proposal to remove phenylephrine from the approved list of over-the-counter drugs to treat nasal congestion, citing evidence that the oral version of the drug is ineffective.
Review of Drug Master Files in Advance of Certain ANDA Submissions Under GDUFA

Review of Drug Master Files in Advance of Certain ANDA Submissions Under GDUFA. The Generic Drug User Fee Amendments (GDUFA) provides a framework for improving the efficiency and transparency of the review process for generic drug applications, known as Abbreviated New Drug Applications (ANDAs). One key aspect of this framework is the review of Drug Master Files (DMFs), which are critical for ANDA submissions involving drug substances, intermediates, or excipients that are not fully described in the ANDA itself.
US FDA Publication on Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Healthcare Product Copy

On March 2024, the FDA released its latest publication titled “Collaborative Efforts: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence in Medical Products,” shedding light on the concerted actions undertaken by CBER, CDER, CDRH, and OCP in navigating the landscape of AI integration within the medical product realm. This comprehensive document delineates strategic focal points essential for advancing the application of AI throughout the entire lifecycle of medical products.
” FDA determines that Medical Device Registrations must be submitted electronically from October 2025″

In August 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) announced that starting in October 2025, medical device manufacturers must use the eSTAR (Electronic Submission Template and Resource) model for submitting new registration applications.
US FDA Publication on Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Healthcare Product

On March 2024, the FDA released its latest publication titled “Collaborative Efforts: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence in Medical Products,” shedding light on the concerted actions undertaken by CBER, CDER, CDRH, and OCP in navigating the landscape of AI integration within the medical product realm. This comprehensive document delineates strategic focal points essential for advancing the application of AI throughout the entire lifecycle of medical products.