Abstract

A COMPARATIVE STUDY ON GENERIC PRODUCT VS BRANDED PRODUCT OF GLIPIZIDE

Murali R.*, Rahul R. and Balamurugan K.

ABSTRACT

The main aim and objective of present research work is to evaluate and the compare the standards concerning quality of generic and branded antidiabetic drug (Glipizide). The Glipizide tablets are evaluated as per standard protocol and results showed that branded and generic meets the pharmacopoeial specifications. All tablets passed the test for weight variation, hardness, thickness, friability, disintegration, dissolution and assay as per Indian pharmacopoeia. Both the generic and branded tablets of Glipizide shows similar results. So, health care professionals are suggested to prescribe generic drug, so that everyone can reach the cost of the drug and maintain good health.

Keywords: Glipizide, Physio chemical test, Invitro studies, Generic vs Brand.