Learn how to compare new prescription labels with your old medication to avoid dangerous errors. Check drug names, dosages, manufacturers, and pill appearance-especially if you take blood thinners, thyroid meds, or seizure drugs.
Complex generic formulations like inhalers, creams, and injectables are hard to copy because traditional bioequivalence tests don’t work. Proving they match brand drugs requires advanced science, costly reverse-engineering, and regulatory alignment - making approvals rare but critically needed.
Generic drugs contain the same active ingredients as brand-name meds and are held to the same FDA standards. They work just as well for most people and save billions annually. Here's what the science really says.
Generic drugs save billions in healthcare costs and work just as well as brand-name versions. Learn how they're made, tested, and approved - from reverse engineering to FDA inspections - and why they're safe and reliable.
Generics save up to 90% on prescription costs without sacrificing safety. Learn how to use them wisely, avoid risks with sensitive medications, and make smart switches that keep you healthy and your wallet full.