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Before human testing, drugs undergo in vitro (test tube) and in vivo (animal) testing to assess basic safety and how the drug is metabolized. Clinical Research (The 4 Phases):

Ongoing surveillance for rare or long-term side effects. Core Challenges in Psychiatry Download File Drug Development in Psychiatry.sa...

Researchers identify a "target" in the brain—such as a specific receptor—and design molecules to interact with it. Before human testing, drugs undergo in vitro (test

Initial efficacy testing in a small group of patients with the targeted condition. Before human testing

The FDA examines all data to determine if the drug's benefits outweigh its risks.

Large-scale trials involving hundreds or thousands of patients to confirm efficacy and monitor adverse effects.