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How is medicine approved by FDA?
	How can I find out if my medicine is approved by FDA?How can I stay better informed about drugs? Is there a reliable website FDA recommends?

How do I find out if a drug is approved? Is there a Web site I can go to?

**Learning about Side Effects**

How can I find out about side effects or safety concerns for my drug?
	Do drugs have risks?
	How do I report a suspected drug side effect?**Treatments for Medical Problems: Questions and Answers**

What approved drugs are available to treat my disease?
	Since FDA cannot provide information about drugs in development, where can I go to learn more about them?How can I get access to a drug that is in testing but has not yet been approved?

**Generic Drugs: Questions & Answers**

What are generic drugs?
	Is there a generic equivalent for my brand-name drug?
	Are generic drugs as effective as brand-name drugs?**Prescription Drugs and Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drugs: Questions and Answers**

What is the difference between prescription drugs and OTC drugs?**Dietary Supplements: Questions and Answers**

What is a dietary supplement?
	
	Where can I find information about dietary supplements?**Fluoride in Drinking Water**

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Frequently Asked Questions about Labeling for Prescription Medicines
	From Test Tube to Patient: Protecting America's Health Through Human Drugs

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