Generic vs Brand name drugs

Generic medications stand for a chemical equivalent of brand name drugs that have an expired patent. Many pharmaceutical manufacturers launch generic drugs having the same chemical compound with their brand name counterparts but a different name. Most often generic names, which reflect the chemical contents, look too specific, while brand names are easier to remember.

Both brand name drugs and generic ones must satisfy the requirements of FDA, so most generic medications are effective and safe. According to clinic trials, generic drugs are characterized by the same therapeutic influence on the body as brand name ones, yet their dosage may differ.

The main thing about generic drugs which attracts customers is their low price. Brand name drugs are on average two times more expensive than their generic equivalents.

All in all, generic and brand name pills have the same chemical structure, efficiency and side effects, and price is the main difference.