Most people wonder if they can take generic drugs to get relief from their ailments. They know that generic drugs are cheaper but are unsure why they should prefer to use them over branded medicines.

What are Generic Drugs?

Generic and branded drugs are the same because they are made from the same base ingredient. The only difference between Generic and Non Generic is that one carries a well known brand name, made popular through advertising, while the other carries the generic name of the drug. Some non generic pills may have a different colour or shape from the generic pill, but they are the same medication, with the same proven results. Essentially, you have two of the same product, but one is branded.

The pharmaceutical industry relies on marketing its products just like any other commercial enterprise. It produces medicines and markets them under specific brand names. Just as running shoes are a generic product while Nike is a brand of running shoes.

If you read the label of a branded drug carefully, you will find that its primary ingredient is identical to the generic drug. In most cases, the generic medicine will also specify the same strength and dosage as its branded counterpart. That is why a generic drug is just as beneficial as a branded one. The medication will also carry all of the same side effects as the branded drug (if any).

The branded medicine looks different because it carries a unique name, a specially designed logo and the packaging is of a specific colour. Sometimes, the branded pills are of a unique colour and shape which are the patented copyrights of the manufacturer. However, although the tablets may look different, they both are made from the same medicinal ingredients.

Are Generic Drugs Reliable?

Generic drugs are tested in laboratories the same way that branded medicines are. They both follow the same strict guidelines laid down by the government drug authorities in preparation of medicines for public safety. Therefore, generic drugs work as well as branded ones for sick people of all ages.

Differences between Generic and Branded Drugs

The only differences between generic and branded medications are the price, name, shape and colour. In generic tablets, the price is guaranteed to be lower because the company does not focus on marketing.

Are Generic Drugs Regulated?

Of course, drugs cannot be sold to the open market without meeting strict regulations. All generic medications are regulated by the FDA, which would instantly recall any product if it does not meet the high regulations.

Are Generic Drugs Patented?

Generic drugs are not patented; however, a patent does not make a product more or less reliable, a patent is just in place for branding 'rights'.

The reason why you patent a product is so you have the official rights to manufacture and distribute it for a set period of time. However, these rights are in effect until the patent expires.

Generic pills can be produced for one of the following four reasons:

1) Patent has expired.
2) The patent is invalid.
3) There was no patent in place from the start.
4) The government did not pass the patent.


In 1984 the USA passed the 'Drug Price Competition and Patent Term Restoration Act', which was introduced to increase the protection against generic medicines. In India, their patent act was introduced in 1970, which allows them to produce generic products. Due to their patent, India is now producing half of the generic drugs available, at a low price.

All of our generic medicines come from India where industry standards are among the best in the world, and prices continue to remain low. Our customers are completely satisfied with how our production is operated, the value for which our products are sold, and most importantly, the quality of the products that we offer.

All our medications are produced by Indian Pharmaceutical Companies:

• Aurochem Laboratories
• Unicure Remedies
• The Chemical, Industrial & Pharmaceutical Laboratories (Cipla)
• Ajanta Pharma
• Intas Pharmaceuticals
• Ind-Swift Laboratories
• Olcare Laboratories
• Glenmark Pharmaceuticals
• Micro Labs
• Ranbaxy Laboratories
• Unichem Laboratories
• German Remedies
• Sun Pharmaceutical Industries

Why Are Generics Drugs Cheaper?

As mentioned, companies that produce generic drugs do not have to spend money on overheads, such as advertising. Furthermore, generic medication is sold to a third party online company; therefore, there are no shop overheads to up-keep. This means these savings can be passed directly onto you (the buyer). It is estimated that generic drugs are 52% cheaper than their counterparts, and that 44% of Americans buy generic medication, rather than branded pills, a figure which is on the increase every day.

Remember: always consult your doctor before making the switch to generic medication. While this change is 100% safe, making sure your doctor is aware is pivotal, and before long your medication prices will have dropped 50% or more!