Tag: generic drug approval

Bioequivalence Explained: FDA Requirements to Prove Generic Drug Equivalence

Bioequivalence Explained: FDA Requirements to Prove Generic Drug Equivalence

Learn how the FDA ensures generic drugs work the same as brand-name ones through bioequivalence testing. Understand the 80-125% rule, what it really means, and why generics are safe and effective.

Hatch-Waxman Act: How Federal Law Shapes Generic Drug Approval in the U.S.

Hatch-Waxman Act: How Federal Law Shapes Generic Drug Approval in the U.S.

The Hatch-Waxman Act created the legal framework for generic drug approval in the U.S., saving billions in healthcare costs. Learn how ANDAs, the Orange Book, and patent challenges make generics possible.