Post-Market Drug Safety: Global Pharmacovigilance Systems
The journey of a medicinal product continues long after approval. Once a drug reaches the real world, its true safety profile begins to emerge. Post-market pharmacovigilance (PV) ensures that every patient experience contributes to understanding the product’s benefits and risks in diverse, uncontrolled environments. This ongoing process is the foundation of public health protection. Traditionally, Individual Case Safety Reports (ICSRs) have served as the backbone of post-market safety surveillance. These reports, submitted by healthcare professionals, patients, and manufacturers, provide critical insights into adverse events (AEs). However, the landscape is evolving. With the growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Natural Language Processing (NLP) technologies, the integration of Real-World Data (RWD) now complements and strengthens conventional reporting systems. RWD, sourced from electronic health records (EHRs), wearable devi...