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When FDA-Approved Generics Fail: Brand Wellbutrin XL Antidepressant is Cheaper from Canada

Pharmacy Checkers

Many readers complained that it just wasn’t cutting it compared to the brand name version. Sure enough, ConsumerLab.com discovered that the 300mg version was clearly not bioequivalent. a generic with the exact same formulation as the brand) of Wellbutrin XL available. Just switch back to the brand!” Below are U.S.

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Navigating the Generic Drug Approval Process: A Comprehensive Guide

Drug Patent Watch

At its core, the goal is to ensure that generic drugs are safe, effective, and identical to their brand-name counterparts. Step 1: Patent Expiration The first hurdle is the expiration of the brand-name drug's patent. The ANDA must also demonstrate that the generic drug is bioequivalent to the brand-name drug.

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Educating Patients about Generic Drugs: Strategies for Success

Drug Patent Watch

Generic drugs are pharmaceutical products that contain the same active ingredients as their brand-name counterparts. They’re designed to be bioequivalent, meaning they have the same dosage, strength, route of administration, quality, and intended use as the original brand-name drug.