Combination Products

The Fundamentals of Combination Products

Step into the complex intersection of regulatory science for a guided tour through the fundamentals of Combination Products. We’ll explore the essential differences between a drug, a biologic, and a device. Using real-world patient scenarios, we’ll see how these components fuse into three distinct types: single-entity systems, co-packaged kits, and clinically interdependent cross-labeled solutions. The core of this course is mastering the Primary Mode of Action (PMOA). We’ll show you why this PMOA classification is the single, decisive factor that dictates the entire regulatory future of the product. You’ll come away with a strong, foundational understanding of how clear regulatory classification drives integrated oversight and ultimately guarantees the safety and success of these next-generation therapies for patients.

CEU Credits: 0.1
Course Code: ELM-145
Duration: 15 mins
Skill Level: Basic
Final Exam: Yes
Certification: Yes
Version: v3.0
Effective Date: 02/12/2025

Curriculum for this course

Course Introduction
Core Components
Drugs
Biologics
Medical Devices
The Definition of a Combination Product
Types of Combination Products
Sarah, James, and Mr. Gupta
What is Not a Combination Product?
Defining Primary Mode of Action (PMOA)
Examples of PMOA
Why PMOA is the Regulatory Key
Classify that PMOA!
Summary
Test Your Knowledge
v3.0 | Major Update on 8/11/2026. This course has been redesigned. The redesign includes updated learning objectives and content. The visual design has also been updated.
v2.1 | Minor Update on 3/25/2025. Course template enhanced to provide more specific quiz completion data and a Version History document. On screen text added to clarify device definition.
v2.0 | Course updated to v2.0 on 3/9/2023 to fix spelling and formatting issues.

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