Why Should We Talk About Environmental Vigilance?

From Pharmacovigilance to Ecosystem Awareness Expands the concept of vigilance beyond adverse drug reactions: Tracks environmental risks of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) Assesses long-term impact on ecosystems, drinking water, and biodiversity Goes beyond single product ERA API-level assessments (EFPIA, Oct 2023) What Is Environmental Vigilance? On 16 April 2023, the European Commission published its proposal for a comprehensive reform of EU pharmaceutical legislation This initiative addresses scientific progress, unmet medical needs, supply challenges, and the growing importance of sustainability Our poster provides an overview and connects regulatory changes to societal needs and the evolving role of pharmacovigilance