What’s the Difference Between Branded and Generic ED Medications?

Branded and generic ED medications contain the same active ingredients and offer the same effectiveness, but they differ in price, appearance, and manufacturer.

1. ✅ Active Ingredients & Effectiveness

• Branded Names: Viagra (Sildenafil), Cialis (Tadalafil)

• Generic Versions: Sildenafil, Tadalafil

• Effectiveness: Generics work the same way as their branded counterparts

• Safety: All generics are FDA-approved for safety and effectiveness

2. 💰 Price Difference

• Branded Viagra (Sildenafil 100mg): Can cost $70+ per pill

• Generic Sildenafil 100mg: As low as $1–$3 per pill

Why are generics cheaper?
After a brand's patent expires, other manufacturers can produce the medication, lowering costs significantly.

3. 🔹 Appearance & Packaging

• Branded: Often comes in recognizable shapes and colors (e.g., Viagra’s “little blue pill”)

• Generic: May look different (color, shape, packaging) but works exactly the same
  🚨 Tip: Always purchase from a licensed pharmacy to avoid counterfeit medications.

4. 🏭 Manufacturer & Availability

• Branded: Made by the original company (e.g., Pfizer, Eli Lilly)

• Generic: Produced by various manufacturers worldwide

• Availability: Generics are more widely available and affordable than branded versions