How Does the FD&C Act Affect Patients in Gynecology?
For patients, the FD&C Act provides a layer of assurance that the medications and devices prescribed by their gynecologists are subjected to rigorous testing and monitoring. Patients can be confident that the treatments they receive have been evaluated for both safety and effectiveness, which is crucial in managing conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, and cervical cancer.