Part of FDA approval of a generic drug is ensuring that the generic drug is equivalent to the innovator drug. Which of the following can be true for a generic drug, and still be considered equivalent to the innovator drug? (Select all that apply)

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Part of FDA approval of a generic drug is ensuring that the generic drug is equivalent to the innovator drug.  Which of the following can be true for a generic drug, and still be considered equivalent to the innovator drug?  (Select all that apply)

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The generic drug has a different strength compared to the innovator drug (such as 25 mg tablet, instead of a 15 mg tablet)

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The generic drug has a different shape than the shape of the innovator drug

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The generic drug is administered differently from the innovator drug (such as through IV, instead of swallowed)

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The generic product contains a different active ingredient than the innovator product

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The generic product has a different dosage form (solid, liquid, etc.) than the innovator drug

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The generic drug has different colors, flavors and preservatives compared to the innovator drug

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