Frequently Asked Questions about Generic Drugs

I found this today, and I'm thinking that I should print out about 100 copies and keep them handy for people who are skeptical about the efficacy of generic drugs.

• What are generic drugs?
• Are generic drugs as safe as brand-name drugs?
• Are generic drugs as strong as brand-name drugs?
• Do generic drugs take longer to work in the body?
• Why are generic drugs less expensive?
• Are brand-name drugs made in more modern facilities than generic drugs?
• If brand-name drugs and generic drugs have the same active ingredients, why do they look different?
• Does every brand-name drug have a generic counterpart?
• What is the best source of information about generic drugs?

Straight from the horse's mouth.