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How Drugs Work

Question 12 • VA_Pharmacology_A

Why are generic drugs less expensive than brand-name drugs? Check all that apply.

Answer
A
They are less effective at treating patients.
B
They can be manufactured less expensively.
C
They do not have to be advertised.
D
The FDA approval process is shorter.
E
They are not regulated by the FDA.

Explanation

Generic manufacturers can often make the drug less expensively because they do not have to repeat the original research and clinical trials. Generic drugs also commonly have lower advertising costs, and they use a shorter FDA approval process focused on showing they work like the brand-name drug. They are still regulated by the FDA and are not considered less effective.

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