About clinical studies

What is a clinical study?

The aim of clinical research is to help people live longer, healthier lives. To achieve this, researchers develop medications that improve the treatment and prevention of diseases. Testing of medications takes place in clinical studies.

During a clinical study, researchers find out whether an experimental study medication:

• • Is safe to take.
  • Has any side effects.
  • Works better than other medications.
  • Can make you feel better.

Clinical research studies are performed according to strict governmental and ethical guidelines. These guidelines help to ensure that the rights of people taking part in the study are protected while information about the experimental study medication is collected.

Who is involved in clinical studies?

Clinical studies take place in clinics, hospitals or surgeries. During a clinical study, you will receive access to expert medical care from an experienced team of researchers, doctors and nurses, who will closely monitor your health throughout the study duration. Each member of the study team is committed to your health and well-being and will be there to address any health concerns that you may have.