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What does Generic Drug mean?
An FDA-approved medicine with the same active ingredient and required bioequivalence to its brand-name counterpart; inactive ingredients can differ.
Illustration — not a plan price
A generic may be on a different formulary tier from the brand product, so verify coverage rather than assuming the copay.
The actual plan document controls. Verify its definitions, network, exclusions, dates, and amounts before relying on the illustration.
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Source: FDA — Generic drug facts · Verified 2026-08-11 · Reviewed by the MedicalRecords.com editorial team · Last reviewed August 11, 2026