Tag: Hatch-Waxman Act
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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Generic Drug Availability: How Long After Patent Expiration Until It Hits the Market?
Generic drugs don't hit the market right after patent expiration. Legal battles, patent thickets, and regulatory delays often push availability out by years. Here's how the system really works-and why you're still paying high prices.
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