Parenteral Drug Association

The Parenteral Drug Association (PDA) is the leading global facilitator of science, technology and regulatory information. The PDA creates awareness and understanding of important issues facing the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical community and delivers education for the community.

Founded in 1946 as a nonprofit organization, PDA is committed to developing scientifically sound, practical technical information and expertise to advance pharmaceutical / biopharmaceutical manufacturing science and regulation so members can better serve patients.

History

PDA was founded in 1946 as the Parenteral Drug Association by a small group of pharmaceutical manufacturers who recognized the need for an organization to disseminate technical information within the industry. Today, coordinated through its headquarters and its Training & Research Institute in Bethesda, Maryland, PDA volunteers worldwide carry out its mission of promoting the exchange of rapidly evolving information on the latest technology and regulations concerning high-quality pharmaceutical production.

PDA is the recognized authoritative voice and leading technical organization in the field of parenteral science and technology. Through the development of Technical Reports and responses to regulatory initiatives, PDA and its members influence the future course of pharmaceutical products technology.

With more than 10,000 individual members worldwide, PDA draws its strength from the technical expertise of its membership. Conferences, meetings and courses bring together pharmaceutical manufacturers, suppliers, users, academics and regulatory officials to discuss issues of mutual interest. These exchanges of technical knowledge and expertise assist the advancement of pharmaceutical science and technology in the interest of public health.

PDA Vision

To maximize product quality, availability, and value by connecting people, science, and regulation within the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical community so that PDA is:

The preferred choice for professionals who seek specialized, innovative skills and knowledge enhancing their professional development
The premier educational partner for professionals in academia, industry and government for the advancement of manufacturing, quality and regulatory science
An organization that aligns its practices and resources in support of its core values of science based, integrity, and inclusion

PDA Mission

To advance pharmaceutical / biopharmaceutical manufacturing science and regulation so members can better serve patients.