Background Generic drugs are the same as branded generic drugs in dosage, safety, strength, quality, performance, and intended use. They have the same risks and benefits, purity and stability as brand-name drugs. They are less expensive because there are no extra marketing costs and there is greater competition. Both brand-name and generic drug facilities must meet the same standards of good manufacturing practices. Branded generic drugs provide the quality assurance of the brand to the generic drug.
But this is not always true. The recent decision by the Government of India to force doctors to write the generic name of The recent decision by the Government of India to force doctors to write the generic name of medicines instead of the brand name only has generated a lot of controversies. The issues and impact related to this policy need to be carefully analysed. Its effective…
