Letter regarding FDA draft guidance entitled “Investigational New Drug Applications (INDs) – Determining Whether Human Research Studies Can Be Conducted Without an Investigational New Drug Application.” These comments are focused on issues related to dietary supplements as referenced in the draft guidance.
A comprehensive report of survey results regarding the importance of over-the-counter medicines to consumers and medical professionals in the United States.
CHPA appreciates the opportunity to provide comments on the Alternative Database Rule Proposal that has been made by Commissioners Anne Northup and Nancy Nord.
This report examines the role of OTC medicines in the U.S. healthcare system as reflected through professional treatment guidelines, medication use data, as well as clinical and consumer research.
CHPA does not believe scheduling of dextromethorphan under the Controlled Substances Act is warranted. The prevalence and scope of reported abuse is limited. CHPA believes that there are more effective interventions to address OTC cough medicine abuse.
