Tag: generic drugs
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Generic Drug Shortages: Causes, Risks, and Solutions for 2026
Explore why generic drug shortages are at record levels due to supply chain vulnerabilities, including reliance on foreign manufacturing and thin profit margins. Learn how this affects patient care and what solutions exist.
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Generic vs Brand-Name Drugs: Key Differences Explained
Generic drugs save up to 85% on prescription costs and are just as safe and effective as brand-name versions. Learn how the FDA ensures they work the same, when to stick with brand, and how to save money without risking your health.
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Generic vs Brand Identification in Pharmacy Systems: Best Practices for Accurate Medication Management
Learn how pharmacy systems correctly identify generic and brand drugs using NDC codes, TE ratings, and state laws. Best practices for safety, compliance, and patient trust in 2025.
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Why Generic Drugs Cost 80-85% Less Than Brand-Name Drugs
Generic drugs cost 80-85% less than brand-name drugs because they don't need to repeat expensive clinical trials. They contain the same active ingredients, work the same way, and are held to the same safety standards. The price difference comes from competition, not quality.
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Generic vs Brand Name Drugs: What the Label Really Tells You About Effectiveness
Generic drugs are just as effective as brand-name versions, with identical active ingredients and FDA-approved bioequivalence. The main differences are cost and appearance - not safety or performance.
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Consumer Language Guides: Making Generic Drug Information Accessible
Consumer language guides help patients understand that generic drugs are just as safe and effective as brand-name versions. Learn how plain language, visuals, and pharmacist advice can reduce confusion and increase adherence.
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Packaging and Labeling: How to Identify Authorized Generics
Learn how to identify authorized generics by checking packaging, NDC codes, and labeling. Discover how they differ from brand-name and traditional generics, why they matter, and how to verify them using FDA resources.
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From ANDA to Shelf: How Generic Drugs Reach Retail Pharmacies
Discover how generic drugs go from FDA approval via an ANDA to your pharmacy shelf - the hidden steps, delays, and negotiations that make affordable medicine possible.