Which of the following is True about generic drugs?
A) They contain the same active ingredients as brand-name drugs.
B) They are generally more expensive than brand-name drugs.
C) Physicians tend to resist prescribing generic drugs.
D) All drugs are available in generic form.

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Generic drugs contain the same active ingredients, in the same strength and dosage form as the brand-name drugs, and they have the same intended use as the brand-name drugs. However, they may differ in color, size, shape, or other non-active ingredients.

Answer: None of the other choices are true.

B) Generally, generic drugs are less expensive than brand-name drugs.
C) Physicians do not resist prescribing generic drugs, as they are a cost-effective alternative to brand-name drugs.
D) Not all drugs are available in generic form, as some brand-name drugs may still be under patent protection.

Which of the Following Is True About Generic Drugs