Patient Education
Generic medications are just as safe and effective as their brand-name counterparts, and often cost less. While nearly 9 in 10 prescriptions filled are for generics, many people have questions about whether they are really as good as the name brand medications and, if so, why there is a cost savings. To help educate patients about FDA’s rigorous review process, the economics of pricing, and related issues, FDA offers a range of educational materials, including videos, graphics, fact sheets, and related resources. Information and materials about generic drugs are also available in Spanish. Visit our Medicamentos Genéricos section.
- New Patient and Prescriber Educational Materials
- Infographics
- Public Service Announcements (PSAs) for Radio, Internet, Print
- Public Educational Materials
- Articles