What does (serious) Industry do ?
Preclinical studies examine the PK/PD parameters related to efficacy (in vitro and animal models), to help in selecting lead candidates with desired properties
Phase I studies examine if the human PK properties of the drug candidate are compatible with sufficient activity
Phase II trials are designed with an optimized dosage
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