Drug standards are set laws that mandate that every drug preparation using the same drug name has to be of similar purity, quality, and strength. The rules ensure that consumers acquire what they seek and pay for. The food and drug administration (FDA) plays significant roles in the implementation of drug standards. For instance, the FDA handles the testing of drugs before their market release. This is to ensure that the drugs meet the necessary standards before consumption. Secondly, the organization sees to the proper labeling of drugs to prevent confusions in the market (Colbert & Woodrow, 2019). The general assurance of safety standards in the overall production of drugs is also handled by the food and drug administration to protect consumers from harm as a result of toxic drug intake. Another role of the FDA in drug standards is the approval of drugs that enter the market as well as the removal of any medications that do not meet the required drug standards.

References

Colbert, B., & Woodrow, R. (2019). Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions. Boston, Massachusetts: Cengage.