The term "pipeline" encompasses a range of potential drugs, including vaccines, steroids, immune system suppressants, aphrodisiacs, and more, all currently in different stages of research and development (R&D). Typically, it takes around a decade and billions of dollars for a drug to transition from a scientist's initial concept to being available at pharmacy counters.
The primary reason for the occasional bottleneck in this pipeline is the FDA's responsibility to safeguard consumers from drugs that could pose unexpected side effects. The FDA enforces stringent guidelines and conducts rigorous tests that a drug must pass before it's approved for sale. While some investors or individuals battling severe illnesses might lament the FDA's involvement, viewing it as an obstacle in an already complex process, consumers need to recognize the crucial role the FDA plays in ensuring the safety of medications before they reach our hands.
safety comes first. FDA to the moon!