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Astrazeneca Plc (AZN)
NASDAQ:AZN
Osimertinib
Lung Cancer
Phase II
Not Yet Recruiting
Osimertinib Induction and Maintenance for Chemo-ineligible Stage III Unresectable EGFR+ NSCLC: Single-arm Study
Nov 24, 2025
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FAQ
What are the FDA phases for drug approval?
The FDA approval process for new drugs is divided into several phases:
a. Preclinical testing
b. Phase 1 – Safety and dosage
c. Phase 2 – Effectiveness and side effects
d. Phase 3 – Confirmation of effectiveness, monitoring of adverse reactions, and comparison with existing treatments
e. Phase 4 – Post-marketing studies to track long-term safety and effectiveness
a. Preclinical testing
b. Phase 1 – Safety and dosage
c. Phase 2 – Effectiveness and side effects
d. Phase 3 – Confirmation of effectiveness, monitoring of adverse reactions, and comparison with existing treatments
e. Phase 4 – Post-marketing studies to track long-term safety and effectiveness
What is a clinical trial?
A clinical trial is a carefully designed study in which researchers test a drug, treatment, or medical device in people to evaluate its safety, effectiveness, and potential side effects. These trials are essential for determining whether a new treatment should be approved for widespread use.
What drugs does Astrazeneca Plc (AZN) have in its pipeline
AZN is currently developing the following drugs: Azd1163, Osimertinib, Azd5148. These drug candidates are in various stages of clinical development as the company works toward FDA approval.