The book introduces basic concepts, then moves on to discuss target selection and the drug discovery process for both small and large molecular drugs. This second edition features many key enhancements, including Key Points, Chapter Summary, and Review Questions in each chapter, Answers to Review Questions provided in a book-end appendix, and one or two carefully selected "mini" case studies in each chapter. This second edition has been completely revised to include the latest advances in drug discovery, development, clinical trials, manufacturing, and regulatory processes. At the end of each chapter is a case study to provide more in-depth perspectives and current issues facing the pharmaceutical industry.Richly illustrated throughout with over ninety figures and tables, this important book also includes helpful listings of current FDA and European guidelines and a special section on regulatory authority and processes in China.