Tag: bioequivalence

Frederick Holland

FDA Therapeutic Equivalence Codes: A Guide to Generic Drug Substitution

Learn how the FDA uses therapeutic equivalence (TE) codes in the Orange Book to determine if generic drugs can safely replace brand-name medications.

Frederick Holland

Generic Drugs: What They Are and How They Work

Generic drugs contain the same active ingredients as brand-name medications, work the same way, and are just as safe. They cost up to 85% less and make up 90% of prescriptions in the U.S. Learn how they're approved, why they're cheaper, and when to choose them.