Discovering The Role Of FDA Regulatory Consulting

By Maria Cook


The overall safety of food and drugs in the United States is provided by the Food and Drug Administration. In fact, FDA regulatory consulting is often necessary when problems arise such as food borne illness, outbreaks or issues related to accidents, illness or health concerns. As such, it is important part of the American government and a necessity in keeping citizens safe against tainted drugs or food borne illness.

The USFDA is a subsidiary of the Department of Health and Human Services. While serving under this larger governmental umbrella, the agency is responsible for protecting and promoting health by monitoring tobacco, bio-pharmaceuticals, over the counter pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements, prescription medication, food and drink. The agency also provides oversight in areas related to cosmetics, veterinary medication, cat, dog and other animal food, animal and human vaccines, blood transfusions and radiation emitting products and devices.

The United States congress first developed the organization to aid in assuring the overall health and well being of citizens. The primary Act, known as the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act went into effect immediately upon approval. After which, the agency's primary focus became to enforce laws related to food, drink, drugs and other areas.

Other areas which the agency oversees are related to safety when it comes to condoms, regulations related to cell phones and lasers, sperm donation and bacteria growing on a number of products while still residing on department and grocery store shelves. While these items are not directly related to food or drugs, each have the ability to harm if not regulated on a regular basis.

There are a number of local, regional, national and international satellite offices related to the organization. The head of the organization, the Commissioner of Food and Drugs is often replaced during each election in which a new president is elected. If an incumbent, then it is often up to the president and members of the house as to whether a change need take place. In most cases, the residing commissioner will remain in office until the time the president is replaced during the next election cycle.

The FDA currently has a number of satellite offices located in and outside the United States. However, there is currently ongoing work to relocate many of these offices into one central location in Washington D. C. The only two departments which are not currently part of this plan are that of the Criminal and Regulatory Investigations.

The most well known aspect of the agency are health inspectors and investigators. For, these individuals inspect and report on all aspects related to food and drug administration. Most often, these individuals inspect various locations, investigate complaints, identify and investigate the cause of food borne illness and other outbreaks and review documentation as required.

Most often, restaurant owners, business owners, doctors, pharmacists and these individuals will consult with health inspectors or investigators. In most cases, a health card will be required to work at coffee shops, grocery stores and restaurants. If these cards are not on file, businesses often receive a warning and deadline. Businesses not adhering to this deadline can often face fines or closure as a result.




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