European Pharmacopeia

About European Pharmacopeia

The European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines and HealthCare (EDQM) is a leading public health body that protects Europe by developing and monitoring quality standards for safe medicines and their use. It focuses on pharmacopoeial standards and guidance in areas such as medicines, blood transfusion, organ and tissue transplantation, and consumer health issues, with global application. The EDQM operates as part of the Council of Europe, coordinating with EU and international partners to benchmark quality across Europe and beyond. It supports regulatory activities, information databases, and professional networks to ensure consistent quality and safety in medicines and health care.