An authorized generic is different from a generic drug, according to the FDA, because it’s the “exact same drug product” as a branded drug, just without the brand name on the label. A ...

follows the approval of the generic GLP-1 exanatide last month, sold under the name Byetta. Neither drug is considered as effective as the brand-name weekly injections sold for diabetes and weight ...

“This bipartisan legislation will promote generic drug competition and improve patient access to lower-cost medications,” said Senator Collins. “By reaffirming the so-called ‘skinny label’ pathway, ...

Following the recent approval of its Regadenoson generic drug by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Indies ...

Amantadine oral capsule is a generic prescription drug that’s used to treat certain movement disorders. While it’s also approved to prevent or treat a certain type of flu, the CDC recommends ...

A generic is an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication. Biosimilars are considered to be just as safe and effective as their parent drug. And like generics, biosimilars tend to ...

Dec 23 (Reuters) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday approved Hikma Pharmaceuticals' (HIK.L), opens new tab generic version of Novo Nordisk's diabetes drug (NOVOb.CO), opens new tab ...

Miebo eye drops represent a breakthrough for treating dry eye disease. However, their steep price can limit access for many ...

Store brands have experienced significant growth over the past few years. They’ve done a great job outpacing national-brand ...

The FDA permits compounded versions of brand name drugs when they are in shortage, and the shift back to Lilly’s medications could improve safety for consumers. The FDA warned patients last year ...