Managing clinical trials, of whatever size and complexity, requires efficient trial management. Pharmacist expertise in-house positions us to provide a more comprehensive and patient-focused service. Pharmacists have an understanding of how the drug will need to be prepared and dispensed at the site. This knowledge helps to determine the best way to package the drug for ease of use at the clinical site and to manage overall drug inventory. A pharmacist provides a knowledge base which gives a unique opportunity to provide valuable input at many points throughout the supply chain. Pharmacist input during the study design phase is important to ensure proper comparator sourcing, labeling, blinding, preparation and drug accountability and reconciliation. Pharmacists can also provide ongoing support to site personnel during study start up and maintenance of the trial. Pharmacists working on clinical trials face a number of challenges today, especially with the ever-changing global economy and technology. These challenges include dealing with the increasing complexity of clinical study designs, coupled with the increasing pressure to be the first to market, and keeping up with the continually changing regulations governing investigational products.
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