Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA)
The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) is the Japanese regulatory agency that focuses on three key service areas: scientific reviews of medical products, safety measures, and relief services for persons suffering from adverse health effects, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW). PMDA will continue to endeavor proactively to safeguard and promote the nation’s health and safety, while strengthening its partnerships with other countries and regions.