STAT+: FDA finalizes its guidance on apps related to drugs, pharma rejoices
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The FDA has issued finalized regulatory recommendations concerning digital programs linked to prescription drugs. Pharmaceutical companies welcomed the completed oversight framework, which aims to clarify standards for software tools paired with medical treatments.
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