Tag: generic drug shortages

Generic Manufacturing Constraints: Why Some Generic Drugs Are in Short Supply

Posted On January 3, 2026 12

Despite making up 90% of prescriptions, generic drugs face chronic shortages due to razor-thin profits, overseas manufacturing, and outdated production. Here’s why essential medications keep disappearing - and what it means for patients.

Generic Drug Shortages: Causes and How They Limit Patient Access

Posted On December 31, 2025 15

Generic drug shortages are rising, threatening patient access to essential medications. Causes include thin profit margins, manufacturing concentration, and global supply chain risks. These shortages delay treatments, increase costs, and harm health outcomes.