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
Patient/Consumer Public Service Announcement
Prescriber Advertisement
Generic Drug Facts Handout
Sample social media posts and information cards for stakeholders to help share FDA materials, resources, and information.
Facts About Generic Drugs
Today, nearly 9 in 10 prescriptions filled in the United States are for generic drugs. The use of generic drugs is expected to grow over the next few years as a number of popular drugs come off patent through 2015.
Download a high-resolution, printable PDF of this infographic (PDF - 239 KB).
Public Service Announcements (PSAs) for Internet, Print
Radio Ads
Audio files and transcripts for radio announcements.
English Radio Ads
Spanish Radio Ads