Drug Submissions 505(b)(2) Submission Services

Navigate the strategic middle path between generic and new drug development with 505(b)(2) applications that leverage existing data, accelerate approval timelines, and maximize your product's commercial potential.

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The smartest route to market for differentiated products

The 505(b)(2) pathway offers unique advantages for drugs that don't fit traditional development models. By referencing FDA's previous findings of safety and effectiveness, you can reduce development time, minimize clinical requirements, and reach market faster than full NDAs. Whether you're reformulating, combining actives, changing routes of administration, or developing new indications, 505(b)(2) provides strategic flexibility.

But success requires sophisticated regulatory strategy. You must identify appropriate reference products, design bridging studies that FDA accepts, navigate patent and exclusivity landscapes, and craft arguments that convince FDA your reliance is scientifically justified. Missteps can force you into full development programs or generic pathways.

Our 505(b)(2) specialists have successfully shepherded dozens of applications through approval. We understand the nuances of partial reliance, the art of scientific bridging, and the strategic considerations that make these applications successful.

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Our 505(b)(2) services include:

  • Regulatory pathway assessment and feasibility analysis
  • Reference listed drug (RLD) selection and justification
  • Patent and exclusivity landscape evaluation
  • Gap analysis and bridging study design
  • Comparative BA/BE strategy development
  • Literature search and data compilation
  • Pre-submission meeting preparation
  • Scientific bridge documentation
  • Clinical development planning
  • CMC strategy for differentiated products
  • Labeling negotiations and carve-outs
  • FDA response strategies
  • Post-approval commitment management

505(b)(2) opportunities we support:

  • New dosage forms and strengths
  • New routes of administration
  • New indications for approved drugs
  • Combination products
  • Prodrugs and metabolites
  • Changes to approved drug products
  • Rx-to-OTC switches

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Our 505(b)(2) services integrate regulatory strategy, data science, clinical planning, and commercial foresight—tailored to your product’s unique positioning.

  • Regulatory and Pathway Strategy

    • Assess feasibility of 505(b)(2) vs. 505(b)(1) or 505(j) routes

    • Select and justify reference listed drugs (RLDs)

    • Evaluate the need for new data vs. bridging

    • Map exclusivity and patent barriers, including potential carve-outs

    • Prepare for and lead FDA meetings (e.g., Pre-IND, Pre-NDA, Type C)

  • Bridging and Data Package Design

    • Perform literature searches and assess suitability of published data

    • Design nonclinical/clinical bridging studies (BA/BE, PK/PD, safety)

    • Develop scientific rationale for partial reliance on existing data

    • Compile bioanalytical and statistical justification for FDA reliance

    • Align bridging strategy with labeling, safety, and risk profile goals

  • Submission Preparation and Lifecycle Management

    • Author or QC submission components (eCTD modules, meeting packages, etc.)

    • Support FDA interactions post-submission (clarifications, IRs, DRs)

    • Strategize around potential post-approval commitments

    • Plan lifecycle extensions via additional indications, routes, or formulation 

  • Phase 4: Clearance and Supply Chain Recovery

    • Confirm removal from import alert or release of detained shipments

    • Help restart shipments with clean documentation and validated controls

    • Implement ongoing compliance monitoring systems at the facility level

    • Conduct post-release audits or mock inspections to ensure sustained compliance

    • Build future readiness to reduce re-alert risk

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The FDA Group's 505(b)(2) advantage

  • Strategic expertise: Know when 505(b)(2) makes sense
  • Scientific bridging: Build compelling reliance arguments
  • Regulatory navigation: Handle complex approval pathways
  • Commercial insight: Maximize market exclusivity
  • Proven success: Track record of approvals across therapeutic areas

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Why work with The FDA Group?

 
  • Exclusive life science focus and expertise
  • Dedicated account management team
  • Right resource, first time (95% success)
  • 97% client satisfaction
  • Total Quality Guarantee

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Our Proven Process

Introductory Conversation

  • About Us
  • About You
  • Scope Of Work

Resources Definition

  • Background And Expertise
  • Location Of Resource
  • Rate Rightsizing

Proprietary Resource Selection Process

  • In-House Subject Matter Experts
  • Recruiting Team External Search
  • Resource Identification

Resource Presentation

  • CV And Rate
  • Perfect Match Summary
  • Interview Call Coordination

Agreement Processing

  • MSA And Addendums
  • Supplier Qualification
  • Kickoff Coordination

Account Management

  • Project Management Of Resource
  • Satisfaction Management of Client
  • Total Quality Guarantee

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Our resources can be utilized to meet the wide range of remediation requirements throughout the life sciences, as well as to support staffing assignments, lead and manage related activities, bridge staffing gaps, and provide long-term or interim leadership.


Please contact us to learn more about fulfilling specific FDA 505(b)(2) needs. We help clients secure a wide variety of life science resources for both contracted and direct hire engagements with the perfect combination of qualifications, experience, and motivation for succeeding in challenging and demanding projects.