Are there differences between generics and the original brands?
A. Generics contain the same active ingredients in the same concentration and dosage forms as originator products and act in the same way in the human body. They have to comply with the same quality standards in terms of development, manufacturing, and quality control and supply conditions. They may have different non-active ingredients such as colourings, starches or sugars and may differ in shape or size. These different non-active ingredients, also known as excipients, may have a clinical effect leading to an adverse reaction.
