The Government of Ethiopia has been actively working to strengthen the regulatory system
at both the national and regional levels. Ensuring the comprehensive regulation of all
aspects related to the safety, efficacy, and ...
Primaquine (PQ) and tafenoquine (TQ) can be used for the radical cure (RC) of P. vivax malaria.
PQ requires a 14-day dose, compared to a single-day dose for TQ, which is likely to improve
patient adherence to the treatment. ...
This success showcases the Ethiopian Food and
Drug Authority's (EFDA) relentless dedication to
protecting public health through its guarantee that
imported medicines and vaccines meet
international standards of quality, ...
Drug formulations that children are able to use and comfortable to take type has been
overlooked for many years. The availability of pediatric drugs in the right doses, taste and
odour/flavour is critically important. ...
The Government of Ethiopia developed strategic response plan for effective and efficient
utilization of available resources and to seamlessly integrate different partner’s roles in the
health system in response to the ...
The rationale for combining curcumin with radiotherapy in the context of treating stage IIIB-IVA
cervical cancer aims to enhance therapeutic efficacy while mitigating treatment related toxicities.
Envisaged synergies ...
Clinical research is necessary to establish the relative safety and effectiveness of specific health
and pharmaceutical products and healthcare practices. Much of what is known today about the risk
and benefits of specific ...
Even though the introduction of DTG based ART has provided a potent treatment option for persons living
with HIV, there is growing evidence from clinical settings that use of DTG can result in hyperglycemia,
serious ...
Traditional medicine is an integral part of the local culture in Ethiopian context and used
by the majority of the population regardless of the incremental expansion and
accessibility of modern health services. A prevalence ...
Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a significant public health concern in Ethiopia, with a
prevalence rate of 12.98% among diabetic patients. The highest prevalence is observed in Addis
Ababa, with a rate of 19.31%. DFUs ...
As part of the global recommendation, the national TB program and Ethiopian Food and Drug
Authority have set active TB-drugs safety monitoring and management (aDSM) as an essential
requirement during the introduction of ...
it is necessary to protect public
health through the regulation of Medicine
Manufacturers engaged in the processing of
active and inactive ingredients for further
processing and distribution of medicines
manufactured ...
The Ethiopian Food and Drug Authority (EFDA) is mandated by the proclamation No. 1112/2019
to register and undertake related regulatory assessment of antiseptics & disinfectants. Article 19
(1)of the proclamation decrees ...
The Ethiopian Food and Drug Authority (EFDA) is mandated by the proclamation No.1112/2019
to ensure the safety, efficacy and quality as well as rational use of medicines. Article 19 (1) of
the proclamation decrees that ...
The following definitions are provided to facilitate understanding of the Guideline; they apply
only to the words and phrases used in this Guideline. Although every effort has been made to use
standard definitions, the ...
WHEREAS, it is necessary to protect patient
by regulating medical gas manufacturer to
ensure that the safety, quality and
effectiveness of medical gas are maintained;
WHEREAS, it is necessary to ensure the
safety, quality, efficacy of active
pharmaceutical ingredient and input during
their importation, storage, distribution,
transportation, and handling;