investigational drugs outside of clinical trials, Expanded Access FDA

how can we access a drug not yet approved for general use – commonly referred to as “compassionate” use? The physician, patient and the pharmaceutical company must work together.

Patient’s physician must submit to the FDA “Physician Request for an Individual Patient IND”
http://www.fda.gov/Drugs/DevelopmentApprovalProcess/HowDrugsareDevelopedandApproved/ApprovalApplications/InvestigationalNewDrugINDApplication/ucm107434.htm

To read more:
http://www.fda.gov/Drugs/ResourcesForYou/HealthProfessionals/ucm419881.htm

How to find a drug already approved for compassionate use:
clinicaltrials.gov website
Search function enter – expanded access –
listings of drugs will change frequently.