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How does the government decide which drugs are safe for the public to use?
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The FDA is a regulatory agency that is responsible for ensuring the safety of all food, drugs, and medical devices in the United States. The FDA reviews new drug applications (NDAs) and investigational new drug applications (INDs), which are submitted by pharmaceutical companies seeking approval to market their products. The FDA also monitors post-market surveillance of approved drugs to ensure they remain safe and effective over time.