Abstract

Objectives of pharmacovigilance are promoting the rational, safe and effective use of medicines, preventing harm from adverse reactions, minimising risks and contributing to the protection of patients and public health. The main emphasis of this article is on pharmacovigilance regulation. Countries of interest are North Macedonia, Serbia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro, Albania and Kosovo. Readers will get an indepth look at regulation compliance from the emerging markets within country-specific environments.

Keywords

safety, pharmacovigilance, medicines, regulation, Balkan countries