Is US FDA Preparing to Remove Some Fed Study Requirements For Generic Bioequivalence?
Executive Summary
New ICH draft guidance says a fed study is not necessary for most immediate-release solid oral dosage products and the FDA indicates it will consider revising product-specific guidances to harmonize standards.
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