Find affordable generic alternatives (Jan Aushadhi) for branded medicines. Verified against government data.
Type a brand name to see its generic equivalent and price difference.
Yes. Generics are required to have the same quality, strength, purity, and stability as their branded counterparts. The only major difference is the price.
Most expensive brand-name medicines have 'Generic' versions with the same active salts that cost significantly less (up to 70-90% cheaper).
Yes. By law, generic medicines must have the same active ingredient, strength, and dosage form as the original brand-name version.
It is a government initiative in India to provide high-quality generic medicines at affordable prices through dedicated outlets.
Look for the 'Composition' or 'Active Salt' printed on the strip (usually in smaller text). Our tool helps you search by brand to find this salt.
Generic manufacturers don't have the high costs of research and marketing that the original developer had, allowing them to sell at lower prices.
In India, pharmacists are encouraged to provide generic alternatives if requested, provided the active salt is the same as the prescription.
Yes. We highlight medicines that are part of the National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) which have price caps in India.
Yes. Generic versions are tested for 'bioequivalence' to ensure they release into the bloodstream at the same rate as the original drug.
No. Since the active ingredient is the same, the side effect profile should be identical to the brand-name version.
For long-term conditions like diabetes or hypertension, switching to generics can often save you thousands of rupees per month.