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Regulatory intelligence in PV

Regulatory intelligence in pharmacovigilance connects horizon scanning with day-to-day PV workflows: signal management, labeling, inspections, and QPPV oversight. This page brings together briefings where regulatory intelligence and pharmacovigilance intersect — so RI leads and drug safety teams share one operational view of what changed and what to do next.

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publicMedicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) · United Kingdom · Updated May 23, 2026

MHRA confirms UK clinical trial safety reporting guidance is effective

Urgency: High

Safety lead to: (1) perform a UK-clinical-trial safety reporting gap assessment against MHRA’s effective guidance sections (MedDRA coding; AE/SAE; RSI governance; SUSARs; annual safety reporting; USMs; serious breaches; temporary suspension), (2) update controlled SOPs/WIs and training records to reflect “effective” status as of 28 Apr 2026, and (3) document deviations/gaps and open CAPA where needed for ongoing UK trials and new submissions.

ICSRCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact4 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Guidance
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publicHealth Sciences Authority (HSA) · Singapore · Updated Jul 1, 2026

Proposed Regulation for Complementary Health Products in Singapore

Urgency: High

Suppliers must implement new protocols for safety reporting and record-keeping as per the proposed framework.

Country ComplianceSignal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Consultation
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Jun 15, 2026

IRIS Guide for Applicants - Updated Submission Requirements

Urgency: High

MAHs and sponsors must register for an EMA account and appropriate role to submit via the IRIS platform, as this is a new requirement for all IRIS submissions.

Signal ManagementCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Procedural Guidance
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publicSwissmedic · Switzerland · Updated Jun 15, 2026

SEND Format Requirement for New Authorisation Applications in Switzerland

Urgency: High

Ensure all relevant teams are prepared to transition to the mandatory SEND format for data submissions by the effective date of 15 June 2026.

Country ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Notice
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publicFda · United States · Updated May 24, 2026

FDA GLP-1 RA suicidality update: preliminary review finds no causal link

Urgency: High

1) Verify your internal signal assessment narrative for GLP-1 RAs reflects FDA’s statement that the preliminary evaluation does not suggest a causal link; 2) Check whether any company-facing statements, FAQs, or labeling change proposals referencing suicidality need to be updated for consistency with FDA’s current public position; 3) Log the FDA update in regulatory intelligence tracking and maintain monitoring for further FDA conclusions or requests (including the linked 13 Jan 2026 communication).

Label GovernanceSignal ValidationSignal Management Lead
SOP Impact6 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Signal Management Lead, Labeling Lead, Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicHealth Canada · Canada · Updated May 23, 2026

Health Canada updates RMP submission guidance effective 1 July 2025

Urgency: High

1) Retrieve and review the updated “Submitting risk management plans guidance document” (PDF) and linked templates referenced from the overview (e.g., RMP note to reviewer, Canadian-specific addendum, RMP summary template) and map deltas vs the superseded 2015 approach. 2) Update Canada submission checklists/work instructions for the 1 July 2025 effective date, including the requirement that the RMP include a summary in English and French and use of the RMP summary attestation/acknowledgment form. 3) Ask Regulatory Intelligence/RA to brief PV leadership on the Agile Licensing notice timeline (RMP provisions in force 1 April 2027) and confirm how transitional provisions will be operationalized for existing RMPs submitted prior to that date.

Label GovernanceRisk ManagementLocal Safety Officer
SOP Impact5 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Local Safety Officer, Signal Management Lead, Labeling Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Country Guides
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publicMhra · United Kingdom · Updated May 24, 2026

MHRA hub consolidates GB medical device PMS, MORE reporting and PSUR

Urgency: High

Safety/Device Vigilance owner to: (1) confirm SOPs and training link to MHRA’s “Medical devices: post-market surveillance” collection as the live index; (2) validate operational readiness to submit adverse incident and FSCA-related reports via MHRA’s referenced MORE route; (3) confirm device PSUR process uses MHRA-linked standardised PSUR format and PSUR guidance tied to the Regulations 2024 framework; (4) update internal regulatory intelligence trackers with the 16 June 2025 in-force date cited across MHRA guidance, and monitor related MHRA future regime pages for further updates.

Local Affiliate ComplianceDevice VigilanceLocal Safety Officer
SOP Impact6 SOPs
ConfidenceMedium
Relevant for: Local Safety Officer, Regulatory Intelligence Lead, PV Operations Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Country Guides
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publicFda · United States · Updated May 23, 2026

FDA posts January 2025 draft Level 1 guidance on AI use

Urgency: High

1) Inventory AI use cases that could feed regulated decisions (including PV/safety-related analyses or summaries used in regulatory interactions) and map owners/vendors. 2) For each AI use case, document context of use, intended outputs, and controls (e.g., review/approval, traceability, change management) aligned to a draft-guidance tracking plan. 3) Track the Federal Register notice and plan whether to submit comments within the window described by FDA (90 days after Federal Register publication).

Vendor OversightInspection ReadinessQPPV
SOP Impact4 SOPs
ConfidenceMedium
Relevant for: QPPV, Regulatory Intelligence Lead, PV Quality Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: AI/GxP
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publicFda · Updated May 22, 2026

FDA ties TRUE METRIX Safety Communication to Class I recall update

Urgency: High

Fda update requires triage for Signal Validation, Local Affiliate Compliance, Device Vigilance; confirm local obligations and document follow-up actions.

Signal ValidationLocal Affiliate ComplianceLocal Safety Officer
SOP Impact7 SOPs
ConfidenceMedium
Relevant for: Local Safety Officer, Signal Management Lead, Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicHealth Canada · Updated May 22, 2026

Health Canada Q&A accepts PSUR or PBRER for C.01.018 reports

Urgency: High

Health Canada update requires triage for Local Affiliate Compliance, Inspection Readiness, Risk Management; confirm local obligations and document follow-up actions.

Local Affiliate ComplianceInspection ReadinessLocal Safety Officer
SOP Impact5 SOPs
ConfidenceMedium
Relevant for: Local Safety Officer, Signal Management Lead, PV Quality Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Country Guides
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publicFda · Updated May 22, 2026

FDA MDR hub highlights VMSR guidance and quarterly malfunction reporting

Urgency: High

Fda update requires triage for Local Affiliate Compliance, ICSR Submission, Device Vigilance; confirm local obligations and document follow-up actions.

Local Affiliate ComplianceICSR SubmissionLocal Safety Officer
SOP Impact4 SOPs
ConfidenceMedium
Relevant for: Local Safety Officer, Regulatory Intelligence Lead, PV Operations Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Devices
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publicEma · Updated May 22, 2026

MHRA reiterates GxP data integrity spans GVP as Annex 11 evolves

Urgency: High

Ema update requires triage for Local Affiliate Compliance, Vendor Oversight, Inspection Readiness; confirm local obligations and document follow-up actions.

Local Affiliate ComplianceVendor OversightQPPV
SOP Impact7 SOPs
ConfidenceMedium
Relevant for: QPPV, Local Safety Officer, Signal Management Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: AI/GxP
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publicMhra · Updated Jun 10, 2025

UK MHRA refreshes PV procedures and adds decentralised manufacture UK GVP

Urgency: High

Mhra update requires triage for Signal Validation, Risk Management, Local Affiliate Compliance; confirm local obligations and document follow-up actions.

Signal ValidationRisk ManagementLocal Safety Officer
SOP Impact9 SOPs
ConfidenceMedium
Relevant for: Local Safety Officer, Signal Management Lead, Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Country Guides
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publicHealth Canada · Updated May 22, 2026

Health Canada reposts device recall forms and updates GVP GUI-0102

Urgency: High

Health Canada update requires triage for Local Affiliate Compliance, Device Vigilance, Inspection Readiness; confirm local obligations and document follow-up actions.

Local Affiliate ComplianceDevice VigilanceLocal Safety Officer
SOP Impact4 SOPs
ConfidenceMedium
Relevant for: Local Safety Officer, Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Medical Device Vigilance Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Aug 31, 2026

List of centrally authorised products with safety-related changes to the product information

Urgency: High

Review and update labeling processes in accordance with the newly published safety-related changes for affected products.

LabelingLabeling Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Labeling Lead, Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Latest
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publicEMA · European Union · Updated Aug 26, 2026

Start of procedure: Type II Variation - Extension of indication under evaluation by the CHMP (24 July 2026 - 20 August 2026)

Urgency: High

Regulatory Intelligence teams must monitor updates regarding the ongoing CHMP evaluation and potential implications for existing marketing authorizations.

Regulatory Intelligence MonitoringRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicFDA · USA · Updated Aug 25, 2026

Ongoing Accelerated Approvals for Infectious Disease Products

Urgency: High

Regulatory intelligence teams should review ongoing studies and compliance with postmarketing requirements for the drugs listed, specifically focusing on their deadlines for completion and the nature of the studies required.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicFDA · USA · Updated Aug 25, 2026

Guidance on Use of Clove Oil as Anesthetic for Fish

Urgency: High

Regulatory intelligence teams must update workflows to exclude clove oil as an anesthetic for fish and ensure compliance with the guidance, including awareness of approved alternatives.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicTGA · Australia · Updated Aug 17, 2026

TGA seizes illegal peptides and steroids linked to social media influencer

Urgency: High

Regulatory intelligence workflows should address this enforcement action as part of ongoing compliance monitoring regarding the sale and promotion of unapproved therapeutic goods.

Country ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency (EMA) · European Union · Updated Aug 26, 2026

Start of Procedure for Extension of Marketing Authorisation

Urgency: High

Regulatory Intelligence Leads must incorporate the new reporting requirements and deadlines into their monitoring activities for affected products.

Regulatory Intelligence MonitoringRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceLow
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicFDA · United States · Updated Aug 17, 2026

Revised FDA Guidance on ANDA and 505(b)(2) Application Submission

Urgency: High

Implement a gap analysis for 505(b)(2) applications to identify safety data needs and adjust safety monitoring systems as necessary to accommodate new product characteristics.

Country ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Draft Guidance
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publicMedicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) · United Kingdom · Updated Aug 18, 2026

UK Position Paper on Microbiome-Based Medicinal Products (MBMPs)

Urgency: High

MAHs and sponsors must enhance their pharmacovigilance systems to monitor microbiome-specific safety issues, comply with established safety standards, and address concerns related to antimicrobial resistance.

Signal ManagementCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Position Paper
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publicNPRA (National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency) · Malaysia · Updated Aug 16, 2026

Reporting Side Effects to Medicines (ConSERF) or Vaccines (AEFI)

Urgency: High

Implement operational changes to assess and process consumer reports on side effects, ensuring additional resources are allocated for evaluations.

Signal ManagementCountry ComplianceMedical Safety Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Medical Safety Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: reporting_requirement
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publicNPRA (Malaysia) · Malaysia · Updated Aug 16, 2026

Cancellation of Registered Complementary & Alternative Product

Urgency: High

Sellers and distributors are mandated to cease the sale and distribution of the affected products immediately and comply with penalties for non-compliance, which may include fines up to RM50,000 or imprisonment.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: safety_signal
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publicNPRA · Malaysia · Updated Aug 16, 2026

Cancellation of Notified Cosmetic Products in Malaysia

Urgency: High

Sellers must stop the sale and distribution of the canceled products immediately and monitor for compliance with NPRA regulations to avoid legal penalties.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: safety_signal
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publicHealth Canada · Canada · Updated Aug 14, 2026

Health Canada Guidance on Clinical Trials Involving Human Subjects (GUI-0100)

Urgency: High

Clinical safety and pharmacovigilance teams must ensure that their SUADR reporting processes are aligned with the new 7-day and 15-day notification timelines, and maintain robust systems for collecting safety data from international sites.

ICSRCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Guidance Document
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publicMedicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) · United Kingdom · Updated Aug 14, 2026

Mandatory Submission of Briefing Documents for Scientific Advice Requests

Urgency: High

PV teams must prepare and finalize safety-related briefing materials, including risk management plans and protocols, for initial submission by September 2026.

Country ComplianceSignal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Guidance / Process Change
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publicFDA · United States · Updated Aug 13, 2026

Public Meeting on PDUFA Reauthorization Scheduled

Urgency: High

Stakeholders must prepare to submit comments regarding the proposed recommendations for PDUFA reauthorization by the deadline of October 16, 2026.

Signal ManagementCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Notice
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Aug 7, 2026

Mandatory Implementation of Shortage Prevention Plans (SPP) for Prescription Medicines in the EU

Urgency: High

Immediate compliance is necessary for MAHs to implement SPPs, including documenting production and supply capacities and establishing internal collaborative processes across supply chain, regulatory, and pharmacovigilance teams.

Signal ManagementCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Guidance
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publicFood and Drug Administration (FDA) · United States · Updated Aug 6, 2026

QSP-Based Dose Selection for Minimum Anticipated Biological Effect Level (MABEL) in FIH Trials - Draft Guidance

Urgency: High

Stakeholders must prepare for discussions about the integration of QSP methods in investigational new drug (IND) submissions, including a review of IND data packages to align with the new recommendations.

Inspection ReadinessRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, PV Quality Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Draft Guidance
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency (EMA) · European Union · Updated Jul 21, 2026

Mandatory Use of PLM Portal eAF for CAP Variations

Urgency: High

Marketing authorization holders must transition to the updated PLM Portal eAF by the mandatory deadline of September 1, 2026, ensuring correct submission of variations, particularly those related to pharmacovigilance.

Country ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Form
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publicFood and Drug Administration · United States · Updated Aug 3, 2026

Draft Guidance for Biosimilar and Interchangeable Biosimilar Products: Container Closure Systems

Urgency: High

Stakeholders involved in biosimilar product development must review the draft guidance, focus on comparative safety assessments, and submit relevant comments by the deadline of October 2, 2026.

Signal ManagementCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Draft Guidance
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publicFDA · United States · Updated Aug 3, 2026

Revised Guidance on Irritation and Sensitization Testing for ANDAs

Urgency: High

Clinical safety and pharmacovigilance teams must update their study protocols and adverse event reporting procedures to align with the revised guidance by October 2, 2026.

ICSRCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Revised Draft Guidance
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publicCenter for Drug Evaluation (CDE), NMPA · China · Updated Jul 31, 2026

Public Consultation on ICH M15 Implementation in China

Urgency: High

Map this update to local PV compliance processes and update SOP/work instructions, ownership, and due dates for implementation evidence.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Consultation / Draft Guidance
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publicSwissmedic · Switzerland · Updated Aug 1, 2026

Updated Guidance on Electronic Exchange of ICSRs in E2B(R3) Format by Swissmedic

Urgency: High

MAHs are required to ensure their safety database systems are configured to the updated E2B(R3) specifications and verify B2B gateway connections before the August 2026 deadline.

ICSRCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Guideline
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency (EMA) · European Union / European Economic Area · Updated Jul 29, 2026

Update to the List of European Union Reference Dates and PSUR Submission Frequencies

Urgency: High

Marketing Authorisation Holders (MAHs) must update their global submission calendars in accordance with the new EURD submission frequencies and ensure compliance with the updated requirements to avoid regulatory consequences.

Country ComplianceInspection ReadinessRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, PV Quality Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulatory list
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Jul 29, 2026

Update to Additional Monitoring List for Medicinal Products

Urgency: High

MAHs should verify their product's status on the additional monitoring list and ensure compliance with labeling requirements for any additions or removals during their next regulatory submission.

LabelingSignal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact3 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, Labeling Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Notice
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publicFood and Drug Administration · United States · Updated Jun 29, 2026

eMDR System Enhancements - Production Deployment

Urgency: High

Update electronic safety reporting systems and pharmacovigilance databases to implement new rules to ensure all submissions use GENC 3-letter country codes and include the required fields as of July 20, 2026.

ICSRCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Notice
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency (EMA) · European Union · Updated Jul 24, 2026

Revision of Guideline on Pharmaceutical Fixed Combination Products

Urgency: High

Regulatory Affairs teams must review the proposed data requirements and prepare for more rigorous documentation in registration applications and post-market monitoring.

Signal ManagementLabelingRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, Labeling Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Consultation
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publicSouth African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) · South Africa · Updated Jul 22, 2026

SAHPRA Consultation on Transition to VigiFlow Platform

Urgency: High

Holders of Certificates of Registration and Clinical Research Organisations must update their safety databases and reporting workflows to comply with the new electronic reporting requirements for AEs and SAEs.

ICSRCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Consultation
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publicVeterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) · United Kingdom · Updated Jul 10, 2026

New digital service for MAHs to report safety data

Urgency: High

MAHs are encouraged to transition to the new digital service for all pharmacovigilance reporting and utilize the feedback function during the beta phase to improve the service.

ICSRCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact3 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: News / Procedural Update
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publicANSM, France · France · Updated Jul 21, 2026

Renewal of Compassionate Use Framework for Methotrexate

Urgency: High

Healthcare providers must ensure patient registrations and comply with adverse event reporting as per the renewed compassionate use framework, which includes the collection and analysis of safety data.

ICSRCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Executive Order / Decision
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publicSaudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) · Saudi Arabia · Updated Jun 28, 2026

Regulations and Requirements for Conducting Clinical Trials on Drugs (Version 4.0)

Urgency: High

Ensure compliance with updated SUSAR reporting timelines (15 days), notify SFDA of Phase IV trials within 20 working days post-IRB approval, and prepare for the financial fee of 15,000 Saudi Riyals for clinical trial evaluations.

Country ComplianceICSRRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact3 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, PV Quality Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulation
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Jun 15, 2026

IRIS guide to registration and RPIs

Urgency: High

Organizations must establish an active EMA user account, ensure they have a valid EMA customer account number, and complete the SPOR/OMS registration process within five to ten working days if not previously registered.

Country ComplianceSignal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Procedural Guidance
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency (EMA) · European Union · Updated Jun 12, 2026

Product Management Service (PMS) public API beta release - Technical registration requirements

Urgency: High

MAHs and technical teams must review the revised API registration requirements and implement necessary system updates to comply by the established timelines.

Country ComplianceICSRRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Technical Guidance
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publicTGA · Australia · Updated Jun 3, 2026

Nature's Own Glucosamine Sulfate with Chondroitin and Nature's Own Magnesium Glycinate 1150mg Recall by Sanofi Consumer Healthcare

Urgency: High

Return recalled products to place of purchase for refund or contact Customer Care for return arrangements.

Signal ManagementLabelingRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Recall
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publicMhra · United Kingdom · Updated May 23, 2026

MHRA clarifies PSUR submission routes for Category 1 vs Category 2

Urgency: High

1) Map portfolio to MHRA’s Category 1 vs Category 2/NI MA status referenced in the Windsor Framework PV guidance; 2) Update PSUR submission SOPs/work-instructions and submission trackers to ensure Category 1 PSURs route via the MHRA PSUR portal and Category 2/NI MA PSURs route via the EU PSUR Repository (and confirm when no separate MHRA submission is needed); 3) Re-check related MHRA PV procedure guidance for any additional submission/documentation expectations impacting signals, RMPs and PASS.

Signal ValidationLocal Affiliate ComplianceLocal Safety Officer
SOP Impact8 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Local Safety Officer, Signal Management Lead, Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Country Guides
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publicFda · United Kingdom · Updated May 24, 2026

MHRA updates SaMD/AIaMD guidance, highlighting PCCP and transparency principles

Urgency: High

Ask the safety/device vigilance and PV CSV leads to: (1) confirm whether any marketed/fielded SaMD/AIaMD uses adaptive ML or planned updates that would fit a PCCP-like approach; (2) review current change-control SOPs and technical documentation to ensure change governance and transparency artifacts are captured and retrievable; (3) verify post-market/vigilance processes explicitly account for algorithm updates (e.g., monitoring after updates, escalation criteria).

Risk ManagementDevice VigilanceSignal Management Lead
SOP Impact5 SOPs
ConfidenceMedium
Relevant for: Signal Management Lead, Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Medical Device Vigilance Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: AI/GxP
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Sep 1, 2026

Regulatory acceptance of new approach methodologies (NAMs) to reduce animal use testing

Urgency: High

Developers of NAMs are encouraged to participate in early dialogues with EMA and are now able to submit NAM-derived data for independent evaluation under a voluntary data submission pilot.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Sep 1, 2026

Scientific advice for high-risk medical devices

Urgency: High

Manufacturers must familiarize themselves with the new procedure, including creating an EMA account and understanding the timelines for submitting the required briefing documents according to the established timetable for 2025 and 2026.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicANSM (France) · France · Updated Aug 31, 2026Translated From French

Withdrawal of FastPen 40mg Product by AZRL LTD

Urgency: High

AZRL LTD must proceed with the recall of FastPen 40mg from all locations and suspend marketing activities until compliance is verified.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Medical Safety Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicFDA · USA · Updated Aug 28, 2026

FDA Approves Mimrylo for Polycythemia Vera Treatment

Urgency: High

Patients will be treated with an initial dose of 19 mg of Mimrylo, administered weekly, with careful monitoring to maintain hematocrit levels below 45%. The operation of post-marketing surveillance will be affected due to the introduction of this new drug.

Signal ManagementLabelingRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Labeling Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Latest
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publicEMA · European Union · Updated Aug 28, 2026

PSUSA/00001088/202512 - Safety Update Amendments for Dimenhydrinate

Urgency: High

Implement the updated product information by November 5, 2026, ensuring that all labeling and documentation includes the new warnings and risk profiles.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Aug 28, 2026

Choline Salicylate PSUSA/00000732/202512 - Safety Update Assessment

Urgency: High

Implement new labeling requirements for choline salicylate products by November 5, 2026, including specific warnings as outlined.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency (EMA) · European Union · Updated Aug 28, 2026

PSUSA/00011041/202510 - Periodic Safety Update Report Single Assessment

Urgency: High

The marketing authorization holder must submit amended product information reflecting the new safety guidelines by October 9, 2026, with translations due by August 10, 2026.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency (EMA) · European Union · Updated Aug 27, 2026

New Restrictions on Antimicrobial Use in Veterinary Medicine

Urgency: High

Veterinary practitioners must now adjust their prescribing practices in accordance with the AMEG guidelines and monitor compliance with the new restrictions as outlined in the EMA's directive.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
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ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicNational Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA), Malaysia · Malaysia · Updated Aug 25, 2026

List of Cosmetic Manufacturers in QUEST System in Malaysia

Urgency: High

Review and verify that any cosmetic products sourced or distributed comply with the manufacturers listed in the updated QUEST system.

Country ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency (EMA) · European Union · Updated Aug 24, 2026

Chenodeoxycholic Acid Leadiant Labeling Update

Urgency: High

Annual reviews of new information will be conducted to update the summary, requiring continuous monitoring and data submission in response to findings.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Latest
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Aug 26, 2026

Spikevax (previously COVID-19 Vaccine Moderna) Labeling Update

Urgency: High

Regulatory teams should integrate the new labeling information into their literature surveillance processes to ensure compliance and accurate communication surrounding Spikevax usage.

Literature SurveillanceLabeling Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Labeling Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicNPRA, Malaysia · Malaysia · Updated Aug 26, 2026

National Centre for Adverse Drug Reaction Monitoring Annual Report

Urgency: High

Healthcare organizations should review the NPRA annual report to ensure compliance with updated safety monitoring practices and adjust their reporting and signal management processes accordingly.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Aug 26, 2026

Orphan Designation Granted for Daratumumab for AL Amyloidosis

Urgency: High

Regulatory requirements for daratumumab will need to be reviewed in light of the orphan designation status granted by the EMA.

Country ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Aug 25, 2026

Svariya (previously Rivaroxaban Koanaa) Label Change

Urgency: High

Update all internal and external communications, labels, and marketing materials to reflect the new product name, Svariya, instead of Rivaroxaban Koanaa.

LabelingLabeling Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Labeling Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicFDA · United States · Updated Aug 19, 2026

Guidance on Developing Cellular and Gene Therapy Products

Urgency: High

Clinical safety and pharmacovigilance teams should review the FDA guidance and adjust their monitoring plans to ensure they align with the newly provided recommendations regarding safety endpoints and data collection processes.

Signal ManagementLiterature SurveillanceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact3 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Aug 19, 2026

European Medicines Agency Pre-Authorisation Procedural Advice Updates

Urgency: High

Marketing Authorisation Holders (MAHs) and applicants must register new sites and organisations in the OMS before any regulatory submission and ensure alignment of their submission documents with the latest guidelines.

Country ComplianceLabelingRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Labeling Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Procedural Guideline
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publicNPRA (Malaysia) · Malaysia · Updated Aug 16, 2026

Plasma Products Lot Release: Notification of Non Compliance

Urgency: High

Entities affected by this notification must review their plasma product lot processes and ensure compliance with NPRA regulations. Affected stakeholders should adjust workflows to address non-compliance issues.

LabelingCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Labeling Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicMalaysia · Updated Aug 16, 2026

Vaccine Lot Release: Notification of Non Compliance

Urgency: High

Implement an immediate review of affected vaccine lots and ensure all relevant stakeholders are informed of the compliance issues for Signal Management processes.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicMalaysia · Updated Aug 16, 2026

Vaccine Lot Release: Notification of Non Compliance

Urgency: High

Organizations must increase scrutiny and evaluation of vaccine safety profiles for lots identified in the notification of non-compliance.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulators
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Aug 10, 2026

PRIME: Updated Guidance on Priority Medicines

Urgency: High

MAHs and sponsors of priority medicines must review the updated PRIME guidance to ensure compliance with new interaction expectations, particularly regarding risk management planning and post-authorisation safety monitoring.

Signal ManagementCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Guideline
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Aug 6, 2026

Updated Fee Regulation for European Medicines Agency

Urgency: High

MAHs and SMEs must review the updated fee structures and assess the potential for fee reductions on safety-related submissions to align with the new regulatory framework.

Country ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Guidance
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publicMHRA · United Kingdom · Updated Aug 5, 2026

Innovative Licensing and Access Pathway (ILAP) Guidance Updates

Urgency: High

Sponsors in the ILAP must update their Target Development Profiles to reflect the revised TDP and coordinate closely with pharmacovigilance teams for alignment with the new roadmap.

Signal ManagementLabelingRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, Labeling Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Guidance
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publicFDA · United States · Updated Aug 5, 2026

Establishment of a Quantitative Medicine Innovation Network

Urgency: High

Regulatory stakeholders should submit comments regarding the QMIN by the deadline of November 3, 2026, to influence the development and implementation of this initiative.

Signal ManagementCAPARegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, PV Quality Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Consultation
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publicFDA · United States · Updated Aug 5, 2026

CVM GFI #152 Guidance on Antimicrobial New Animal Drugs

Urgency: High

Review and update product monitoring and risk management plans to align with the new safety assessment standards and AMR surveillance requirements as specified in the updated guidance.

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SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Guidance
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Jul 24, 2026

Pharmacovigilance-related Recommendations for Bravecto (Fluralaner)

Urgency: High

Marketing authorisation holders must update Product Information (SPC and PL) in accordance with CVMP monthly recommendations, and ensure local affiliates are informed of new safety instructions.

LabelingSignal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, Labeling Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Guideline
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency (EMA) · European Union · Updated Jul 20, 2026

CHMP Draft Agenda for Public Consultation on Thalassaemia and Sickle Cell Disease Guidelines

Urgency: High

Sponsors and MAHs must review and align safety data collection and reporting protocols with the newly adopted guidelines while preparing for implementation of PRAC recommendations stemming from this meeting.

Signal ManagementICSRRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Agenda
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · EU · Updated Jul 15, 2026

Updated eCTD v4.0 technical validation criteria

Urgency: High

All electronic PV submissions must undergo new validation checks in accordance with the updated criteria to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Country ComplianceICSRRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Technical Guidance
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Jul 10, 2026

PRAC 6-9 July 2026: Agrees new safety information on desogestrel- and etonogestrel-containing contraceptives and Litfulo, a medicine to treat alopecia areata News Human Pharmacovigilance Download medicine d

Urgency: High

MAHs must execute safety communication plans, update Risk Management Plans (RMPs), and revise product information including the Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) and Package Leaflet.

Signal ManagementLabelingRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact3 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, Labeling Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Meeting Highlights
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Jul 13, 2026

Post-authorisation safety studies (PASS): Update on Assessment Timelines and Submission Requirements

Urgency: High

MAHs must ensure draft protocols are placed correctly in the CTD and that submission planning considers the clarified assessment timelines, with RMP updates contingent upon PRAC endorsement.

Country ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Q&A
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publicFood and Drug Administration · United States · Updated Jul 13, 2026

Psychedelic Drugs: Considerations for Clinical Investigations

Urgency: High

Clinical safety and pharmacovigilance teams must implement new safety monitoring protocols and ensure adequate assessment of abuse potential as stipulated in the guidance.

Country ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Guideline
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Jul 2, 2026

EMA steps up efforts on medicines for women’s health

Urgency: High

Incorporate enhanced requirements for monitoring pregnancy-specific safety signals into existing pharmacovigilance practices.

Signal ManagementLiterature SurveillanceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact3 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Notice
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publicFrench National Agency for the Safety of Medicines and Health Products (ANSM) · France · Updated Jun 29, 2026

ANSM Training on Pharmacovigilance Signal Detection Methodologies

Urgency: High

Pharmacovigilance teams must adopt a structured classification approach to risk analysis, impacting how cases are assessed and notified.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Notice / Meeting
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Jun 29, 2026

Regulatory Changes in Pharmacovigilance Data Management Following EMA's ISG Meeting

Urgency: High

MAHs must align their workflows to accommodate the updated requirements for signal management and ICSR submissions as per the discussions in the ISG meeting.

Signal ManagementICSRRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Consultation / Forum
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