Tag: 180-day exclusivity

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First-Mover Advantage: How First Generic Drug Manufacturers Dominate the Market

The first generic drug manufacturer to launch after a patent expires gains a powerful, long-lasting market advantage - often holding 30-40% of sales years later. Here’s how the Hatch-Waxman Act, pharmacy habits, and Authorized Generics shape this high-stakes race.

Vinny Benson, Jan, 22 2026