We maintain high standards in research & development
Our diverse portfolio of pharmaceuticals is grounded in leading-edge science.
We discover, develop and improve our products through studies and clinical trials that follow industry standards. Our shared goal of finding new ways to improve health outcomes unifies our R&D efforts.
Clinical trials
Our clinical trials follow stringent procedures that apply globally. Researchers and clinical investigators are qualified, objective and transparent. Clinical study participants are treated with dignity and respect. We only perform clinical trials in countries that are in compliance with international guidelines for the conduct of clinical trials and the protection of human subjects.
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Read more about our Clinical Trials.
This is our way
- Rigorous policies and procedures guide how we conduct research.
- Clinical trials are reviewed by independent ethics committees.
- We obtain informed consent from participants prior to initiating a clinical trial, and protect participants from unreasonable risk.
- Study analyses and results are accurately and timely reported.
- Authorship and publication of study results follow accepted industry practice.
- We disclose any financial relationships with investigators when research is done on our behalf.
Animal welfare
The humane treatment of animals is essential to our approach to quality scientific discovery and drug development. We meet all applicable regulations and standards regarding care of laboratory animals. We strive to minimize pain and distress. When we work with animal models, the internationally accepted principles for the humane use of animals in research known as the 3Rs – Reduction, Refinement, Replacement – guides our commitment to animal welfare.
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Read more about AbbVie’s Commitment to Responsible Use of Animals in Research.
This is our way
- Whenever we can, we seek alternatives to animal testing.
- We prefer to work with labs accredited by AAALAC International.
