Generic vs Brand-Name Drugs: Key Differences Explained
Generic drugs are just as safe and effective as brand-name drugs but cost 80-85% less. Learn how they're approved, when to choose them, and why they save billions in healthcare costs.
Generic drugs are just as safe and effective as brand-name drugs but cost 80-85% less. Learn how they're approved, when to choose them, and why they save billions in healthcare costs.
Generics make up 90% of U.S. prescriptions but only 12% of drug spending. Learn how they save billions, why they're safe, and why brand-name drugs still dominate costs.
Long-term safety studies show generics and brand-name drugs aren't always interchangeable. Real-world data reveals surprising differences in effectiveness and side effects, especially for critical medications. Here's what the evidence says.