Generic drugs are identical in active ingredients but vary wildly in price and availability worldwide due to regulatory, economic, and cultural differences. Learn why the same pill costs $1 in India and $100 in the U.S.
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Generic Drug Availability: Why Your Medicine Costs Different Amounts Around the World
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