The first generic for Truvada has been recently approved. Typically, the first generic of a drug has patent exclusivity for six months meaning that other manufacturers cannot market their generic brands until after the six months. Once this six month period of exclusivity expires, additional manufacturers are allowed to market their generic brands which drives competitive pricing and makes the generic medication available at a lower cost. Currently there are only two pharmaceutical companies manufacturing generic Truvada: Mylan and Amneal.