The document outlines the process and requirements for submitting an Investigational New Drug (IND) application to the FDA, which is necessary for initiating clinical trials of new drug products. It details the types of IND studies, the content and format of the application, and the approval process, emphasizing the importance of IND in ensuring drug safety and effectiveness during human trials. The summary also distinguishes between IND and New Drug Application (NDA), highlighting the progression from IND submission to NDA submission for marketing.
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