Tag: generic drugs
History of Generic Drugs in the United States: How Cheap Medicines Became the Norm
Generic drugs now make up over 90% of U.S. prescriptions, saving billions annually. This is the story of how laws, tragedies, and policy reforms turned cheap medicine from an afterthought into the backbone of American healthcare.
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Nitrosamine Contamination in Generic Drugs: Recent Recalls and Regulatory Shifts
Nitrosamine contamination in generic drugs has triggered over 500 recalls since 2018. Learn which medications were affected, how regulators are responding, and what this means for patient safety and drug affordability.
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How the FDA Ensures Generic Drugs Work the Same as Brands
The FDA ensures generic drugs work the same as brand-name drugs through strict bioequivalence testing, identical active ingredients, and the same manufacturing standards. Over 90% of U.S. prescriptions are generics, saving billions annually.
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