Parenteral Drug Association
International non-profit trade group for pharmaceutical manufacturers
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The Parenteral Drug Association (PDA) is an international non-profit industry trade group for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturers. The PDA aims to provide scientifically sound, practical technical information and expertise to advance pharma manufacturing science and regulation.[1][2]
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| Abbreviation | PDA |
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| Formation | 1946 |
| Founders | Group of pharmaceutical manufacturers |
| Type | Nonprofit trade association |
| Legal status | Trade association |
| Purpose | Coordinator of science, technology, and regulatory information for pharmaceutical industry |
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Region served | Worldwide |
| Services | Advocacy and information for the pharma industry |
President | Glenn Wright |
| Affiliations | PDA Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education, Training and Research (PDAF) |
| Funding | Members fees |
| Website | www |
The PDA also runs special interest groups where pharmaceutical manufacturers share information, experiences and best practices relating to pharmaceutical manufacturing.[3]
History
The PDA was founded in 1946 as the Parenteral Drug Association by a small group of pharmaceutical manufacturers who recognized the need for an organization to disseminate technical information within the industry, it grew to have more than 11,000 members worldwide.[4]
Structure
The association is split into regional chapters and has members in 74 countries and regions including Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, North America and South America.