Pharmacovigilance
A Complete Resource for Students and Professionals in Pharmacy, Medicine, and Allied Health Sciences
By Saurav Suryavanshi
Every medicine tells two stories—one of healing, and one of responsibility. Pharmacovigilance is where these stories meet. It is the science of ensuring that the benefits of medicines always outweigh their risks, safeguarding patients long after a drug reaches the market. In a world of rapid innovation and expanding therapies, pharmacovigilance stands as the guardian of patient safety.
“Pharmacovigilance” is designed as a comprehensive and accessible guide for students, researchers, and healthcare professionals who seek to understand, implement, and excel in the science of drug safety. It simplifies complex global regulations, processes, and practices—transforming technical details into meaningful knowledge that serves both science and society.
Inside, You’ll Learn:
The fundamentals and evolution of pharmacovigilance
Adverse drug reactions (ADRs): detection, reporting, and assessment
Global regulatory frameworks and guidelines—WHO, ICH, EMA, USFDA, CDSCO, and more
Signal detection, risk management, and benefit-risk evaluation
Post-marketing surveillance and real-world data analysis
The role of technology, AI, and digital tools in modern pharmacovigilance
Career pathways, skill development, and opportunities in the global drug safety domain
Written with clarity, compassion, and practical insight, this book is perfect for students of pharmacy, medicine, nursing, biomedical sciences, and allied health, as well as professionals working in pharma companies, CROs, regulatory agencies, and healthcare institutions.
Whether you aspire to build a career in drug safety, contribute to regulatory science, or simply understand how medicines remain safe throughout their lifecycle, this book will be your trusted companion.
Observe. Protect. Care.
Because every patient deserves safe and effective medicine—today and always.