Quick Answer: If you paid out of pocket for certain generic prescription drugs between May 1, 2009 and December 31, 2019, you can claim a share of $475 million from the Sandoz and Sun/Taro generic drug price-fixing settlements. The deadline is November 9, 2026. Unlike most consumer settlements, this one requires proof, such as pharmacy records or insurance statements.
Key Takeaways
- Consumer funds: $475 million (Sandoz $275 million and Sun/Taro $200 million)
- Claim deadline: November 9, 2026, online or postmarked
- Proof required: pharmacy records, receipts or explanation of benefits statements
- Residents of Indiana and Ohio are excluded
- All settlements already have final court approval
- A separate state attorneys general program has its own claim, due March 8, 2027
Quick Summary
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total end-payer settlements | $533 million (Sandoz $275M, Sun/Taro $200M, Apotex $48M, Heritage $10M) |
| Open to individual consumers | $475 million (Sandoz and Sun/Taro) |
| Claim deadline | November 9, 2026 |
| Class period | May 1, 2009 to December 31, 2019 |
| Proof required | Yes |
| Official site | GenericDrugsEndPayerSettlement.com |
| Administrator | A.B. Data, 1-877-316-0171 |
| Case | In re Generic Pharmaceuticals Pricing Antitrust Litigation, No. 2:16-MD-02724, E.D. Pa. |
What the Generic Drug Settlement Is About
The lawsuit claims that generic drug makers coordinated to fix prices, rig bids and divide customers for a long list of common medications, called Named Generic Drugs, for more than a decade. Generic drugs are meant to be the affordable option, so the alleged conspiracy raised costs for millions of patients and health plans.
Sandoz and Fougera settled for $275 million. Sun Pharmaceutical and Taro settled for $200 million. Apotex ($48 million) and Heritage ($10 million) settled third-party payer claims only. All settling companies deny wrongdoing, and the case continues against other defendants.
Why Consumers Can Claim Only $475 Million
The Apotex and Heritage settlements cover third-party payers only, such as insurers and self-funded employer plans. Individual consumers can claim only under the Sandoz and Sun/Taro settlements, which total $475 million.
Who Qualifies
You may qualify if you paid for, or reimbursed, some or all of the cost of a Named Generic Drug for personal use, not resale, between May 1, 2009 and December 31, 2019, in the United States or certain territories.
- Excluded states: Indiana and Ohio
- Medicaid: purchases covered by Medicaid are excluded
- Drug list: only the Named Generic Drugs on the official site are covered, so check the list before you file
Why This Settlement Requires Proof
Your payment depends on how much you actually spent on specific covered drugs, and the administrator cannot verify that without your records. Accepted documents include:
- Pharmacy receipts or printed pharmacy purchase histories
- Insurance explanation of benefits (EOB) statements
- Other records showing the drug, date and amount paid
No receipts from a decade ago? Ask your pharmacy for a purchase history and check your insurer’s online portal for old EOBs. See our guide to class action proof of purchase.
How Much Will You Get?
Payments are pro rata, based on your documented spending compared with all valid claims, after fees and costs. Online estimates of $40 to $200 are not official. See how class action payouts are calculated.
How to File a Claim
- Go directly to GenericDrugsEndPayerSettlement.com.
- Check the Named Generic Drugs list.
- Gather pharmacy records, receipts or EOB statements for each covered drug.
- Complete the consumer claim form online or by mail.
- Submit by November 9, 2026 and keep your confirmation.
Filing is free. You do not need a claims recovery company. Our guide to how to claim settlement money explains the common mistakes that void claims.
When Will Payments Be Made?
All settlements have final approval, so payments depend mainly on how fast the administrator reviews documented claims after November 9. Expect several months.
The Separate State Attorneys General Program
A coalition of state attorneys general settled separately with Apotex, Glenmark, Lannett, Heritage and Bausch for about $96.5 million. That program has its own claim form at AGGenericDrugs.com, with a deadline of March 8, 2027. Filing in one program does not file you in the other, so consumers who qualify for both should file both.
Watch for Scams
Use only the official site. Be wary of anyone offering to “recover your pharmacy records” for a fee or asking for medical details by phone. Report fraud at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and see our guide to class action settlement scams.
Common Questions About the Generic Drug Settlement
Do I need a receipt to file the generic drug claim?
Yes. You need pharmacy records, receipts or insurance statements showing the covered drug and what you paid.
How much will I get from the generic drug settlement?
Nobody knows yet. Payments are based on your documented spending relative to all valid claims.
Which drugs are covered?
Only the Named Generic Drugs listed on GenericDrugsEndPayerSettlement.com, with specific strengths and forms.
Can I file if I live in Indiana or Ohio?
No. Indiana and Ohio purchases are excluded from the end-payer settlement class.
Can consumers claim under the Apotex or Heritage settlements?
No. Those cover third-party payers only. Consumers claim under Sandoz and Sun/Taro.
Is this the same as the state AG generic drug settlement?
No. The state AG program is separate, with its own claim form at AGGenericDrugs.com and a March 8, 2027 deadline.
Summary
The generic drug settlement offers consumers a share of $475 million if they paid for covered generics from 2009 to 2019 and can document it. File by November 9, 2026, and see our open class action settlements for other claims, including settlements with no proof required.
You can read the court-approved notice (PDF) for full details.