international council for harmonisation

Formal Definition

The International Council for Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH) is unique in bringing together the regulatory authorities and pharmaceutical industry to discuss scientific and technical aspects of drug registration

Explanation

Formerly the International Conference on Harmonisation. The International Council on Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH) produces harmonised guidelines for global pharmaceutical development, and their regulation.