Health Minister directs FDA officers to promote generic drugs

Generic drugs usually cost less than brand-name drugs. The FDA rates these drugs to be as safe and effective as brand-name drugs.

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Last Updated on April 1, 2023 by The Health Master

VIJAYAWADA: Minister for Health, Medical and Family Welfare, Andhra Pradesh Vidadala Rajini instructed officials to promote generic drugs.

She was speaking at an event held by the State government at Nirmala Pharmacy College in Mangalagiri to mark Jan Aushadhi Diwas.

Explaining that quality drugs at affordable price can be found in Jan Aushadhi medical shops, Rajini instructed drug inspectors to take responsibility for creating awareness among the public on generic medicines.

A total of 1,759 types of medicines and 280 surgical equipments are available in Jan Aushadhi medical stores at low cost, she pointed out.

Generic drugs: Generic drugs usually cost less than brand-name drugs. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rates these drugs to be as safe and effective as brand-name drugs.

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