Tag: generic drug approval
How Generic Drugs Are Made: The Manufacturing Process Explained
Posted by Desmond Carrington on 7/02/26
Generic drugs save billions by offering the same medicine as brand-name drugs at a fraction of the cost. Learn how they're made, tested, and approved under strict FDA rules to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Hatch-Waxman Act: How Federal Law Shapes Generic Drug Approval in the U.S.
Posted by Desmond Carrington on 4/12/25
The Hatch-Waxman Act created the modern system for generic drug approval in the U.S., balancing innovation with affordability. It cut approval costs, enabled 90% generic market share, and saved over $1.7 trillion-but patent games still delay access.
