Tag: Hatch-Waxman Act
History of Generic Drugs in the United States: How Cheap Medicines Became the Norm
By Joe Barnett On 20 Jan, 2026 Comments (7)
Generic drugs now make up over 90% of U.S. prescriptions, saving billions annually. Their rise began with deadly drug failures, led by the Hatch-Waxman Act, and continues amid supply chain risks and quality concerns.
View MoreParagraph IV Certifications: How Generic Drug Companies Challenge Patents Early
By Joe Barnett On 8 Jan, 2026 Comments (8)
Paragraph IV certifications let generic drugmakers challenge brand patents before launch, speeding up access to affordable medicines. Learn how this legal tool works, why it saves billions, and how big pharma fights back.
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