Understanding the Role of a Qualified Person for Pharmacovigilance (QPPV)
A QPPV is an individual appointed by a Marketing Authorization Holder (MAH) as the main person responsible for ensuring that the company (the MAH) meets its legal obligations for monitoring the safety and quality of the product marketed in the country.
They ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, monitor the safety of medicinal products, and leads to the identification, assessment, and management of risks related to drug safety. In addition QPPVs act as a key point of contact for health authorities, providing them with safety data and ensuring timely reporting of adverse events.