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To curb potential abuse, the U.S. Congress passed of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. This law:

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Under FDA regulations, any individual or entity can petition the agency to take (or refrain from taking) a specific administrative action. In the context of pharmaceuticals, these are often used to raise concerns about the safety or bioequivalence of a pending generic drug application (ANDA). 2. The "Sham" Petition Concern To curb potential abuse, the U

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) continues to monitor this area for antitrust violations. While many petitions raise legitimate scientific concerns, the debate remains: how to balance the right to petition the government with the need for competitive, affordable healthcare markets. To curb potential abuse