What are Generic Drugs? FDA information about Generic drugs
FDA Q&A about generic drugs
Generic Drugs: Safe. Effective. FDA Approved

FDA information about generic drugs

A generic drug is similar, or bioequivalent to a brand name drug in dosage form, safety, strength, manner of administration, quality, performance characteristics and intended use.  Although generic drugs are chemically identical to their branded counterparts, they are typically sold at substantial discounts from the branded price. According to the Congressional Budget Office, generic drugs save consumers an estimated $8 to $10 billion a year at retail pharmacies.  Even more billions are saved when hospitals use generics.

Generic drugs are safe, effective and FDA approved. Generic drugs account for about 50 percent of all prescription drug purchases in the United States, therefore, consumers should be well informed and confident when taking generic drug products.

http://www.fda.gov/cder/ogd/

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FDA Q&A about generic drugs

Read all about generic drugs. All the queries you may have, all clarifications you need. All from the official FDA site. What are generic drugs? Are generic drugs as safe as brand-name drugs? Do generic drugs take longer to work in the body? Why are generic drugs less expensive? If brand-name drugs and generic drugs have the same active ingredients, why do they look different? What is the best source of information about generic drugs?

http://www.fda.gov/cder/consumerinfo/generics_q&a.htm

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FDA's stamp of approval

If you ever had anxiety or worries about the legality, safety and effectiveness of generic drugs then this news should allay all your fears. FDA whole heartedly approves of generic medications/drugs simply for the cost benefits it results in. Of course they enforce rigid quality control safeguards to ensure that the consumer, that is you is never at a risk.

http://www.fda.gov/cder/consumerinfo/generic_info/generic_anxiety.htm

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