### Question
What is the definition of bioequivalence?


### Answer
The definition of **bioequivalence** is as follows in *21 U.S.C. § 360b*:

> the rate and extent to which the active ingredient or therapeutic ingredient is absorbed from a new animal drug and becomes available at the site of drug action

#### Citation:
  - *21 U.S.C. § 360b*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 8-NARCOTIC FARMS > SUBCHAPTER V-DRUGS AND DEVICES > Part A-Drugs and Devices**

