clinical trial
noun
: a scientifically controlled study of the safety and effectiveness of a therapeutic agent (such as a drug or vaccine) using consenting human subjects
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Furthermore, clinical trial data suggested a large degree of uncertainty regarding safety and efficacy.
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Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
Silymarin has been used in several clinical trials focused on liver disease.
—Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024
The company also shed some light on its other weight loss drug candidates
Bourla also said that company is testing at least two other weight loss pills in early stage clinical trials.
—Bruce Gil, Quartz, 29 Oct. 2024
The stakes are high for psilocybin clinical trials as there’s a pressing need for a more effective treatment in the fight against depression.
—Meghan Pryce, CNN, 22 Oct. 2024
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Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
Silymarin has been used in several clinical trials focused on liver disease.
—Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024
The company also shed some light on its other weight loss drug candidates
Bourla also said that company is testing at least two other weight loss pills in early stage clinical trials.
—Bruce Gil, Quartz, 29 Oct. 2024
The stakes are high for psilocybin clinical trials as there’s a pressing need for a more effective treatment in the fight against depression.
—Meghan Pryce, CNN, 22 Oct. 2024
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“Clinical trial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clinical%20trial. Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.
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