Chapter 3: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Question 1

What is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that oversees the manufacturing and distribution of food, drugs medical devices, biological products, dietary supplements, cosmetics and other consumer products?

Answer 1

Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Question 2

The FDA ensures these products ae?

Answer 2

Safe for use and accurately labeled.

Question 3

Are all new prescription and over-the-counter drugs subjected to FDA approval?

Answer 3

Yes.

Question 4

What happens if the FDA determines there are serious side effects?

Answer 4

It can force the manufacturer to make changes.