Generic Medicines List 2026 - Summary
Generic medicines list contains the chemical salt names, therapeutic classes, and dosage forms of bioequivalent drugs sold without brand monopoly. Patients, doctors, and pharmacists use this list to identify cost-effective generic alternatives to expensive branded prescriptions across India.
This PDF covers essential generic formulations recognized under the National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) and the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP). Each entry lists the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API), standard dosage strength in milligrams or milliliters, dosage form such as tablets, capsules, syrups, or injectables, and common medical applications.
Key Generic Medicines and Branded Alternatives
This table summarizes widely prescribed generic medicines alongside their common brand equivalents, therapeutic categories, and primary uses:
| Generic Name | Popular Brand | Therapeutic Class | Primary Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paracetamol (500mg / 650mg) | Dolo 650, Calpol, Crocin | Analgesic and antipyretic | Fever and pain relief |
| Metformin (500mg / 850mg) | Glycomet, Glucophage | Biguanide antidiabetic | Type 2 diabetes control |
| Pantoprazole (40mg) | Pan 40, Pantocid | Proton pump inhibitor | Acidity, heartburn, and GERD |
| Amoxicillin + Clavulanate (625mg) | Augmentin, Moxikind-CV | Penicillin antibiotic | Bacterial respiratory and skin infections |
| Atorvastatin (10mg / 20mg) | Atorva, Lipitor | HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor | High cholesterol and cardiovascular care |
| Cetirizine (10mg) | Cetzine, Zyrtec | Second-generation antihistamine | Allergies, runny nose, and sneezing |
| Amlodipine (5mg) | Amlopres, Norvasc | Calcium channel blocker | High blood pressure and angina |
How to verify and buy generic medicines
Follow these practical guidelines when substituting branded medicines with generic alternatives:
- Check the active salt name and dosage strength on the prescription against the medicine packaging.
- Make sure the manufacturer holds Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certification approved by the state drug controller.
- Compare pricing through the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority portal on nppaindia.nic.in or the PMBJP Janaushadhi Sugam mobile app.
- Purchase unbranded generic formulations from licensed pharmacies or government Jan Aushadhi Kendras.
For company-specific trade generic catalogs, check Cipla generic products list, Alkem generic product list, or the complete Jan Aushadhi medicine list. Official price cap circulars and drug safety alerts are accessible on cdsco.gov.in.
