Generic drugs save billions annually and make up 90% of U.S. prescriptions. Learn how they're made, from reverse engineering to FDA-approved manufacturing, and why they're just as safe and effective as brand-name drugs.
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Compulsory licensing lets governments override patents to make life-saving drugs affordable. Used in emergencies like pandemics, it balances innovation with public health - and has cut drug prices by up to 90% in developing countries.
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Generic drugs look different from brand-name pills because U.S. trademark laws require them to avoid visual similarity. This prevents consumer confusion while ensuring the same effectiveness at a fraction of the cost.
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The FDA requires generic drug manufacturers to prove bioequivalence through rigorous studies showing their product absorbs at the same rate and extent as the brand-name version. This ensures safety, effectiveness, and therapeutic equivalence.
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