What are unbranded medicine?

Unbranded medicines, often referred to as generic drugs, are pharmaceutical products that are chemically identical to their branded counterparts but are sold without a brand name. They typically contain the same active ingredients, dosage forms, and strengths as the branded versions, and are considered bioequivalent. Unbranded medicines are usually less expensive because they do not have the same marketing costs and can be produced once the patent on the branded drug expires. They provide an affordable option for patients while maintaining the same therapeutic effectiveness.