Increased Competition from Generic Drugs After Patent Expiration
The pharmaceutical industry illustrates the effect of patent expiration on market competition. Once patents for certain drugs lapse, other manufacturers can produce and sell generic versions. The entry of these generic drug producers leads to a greater degree of competition after the initial exclusive period has concluded.
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