Tag: generic drugs
Generic substitution in workers' compensation saves billions annually without compromising care. Learn how state laws, PBMs, and FDA standards make generics the standard for treating work-related injuries in 2025.
Why do some people feel generics don’t work as well as brand-name drugs? The answer isn’t chemistry-it’s perception. Your beliefs shape your body’s response, even with identical medication. Learn how expectations influence pain, side effects, and adherence.
Authorized generics are brand-name drugs sold without the brand name, made by the same manufacturer using the exact same formula. They’re identical to the original but cost less-here’s how they work, why they exist, and what you need to know.
Prescribers remain divided on generic substitution of narrow therapeutic index (NTI) drugs like warfarin and levothyroxine. While FDA data supports safety, real-world experience shows risks in stability, monitoring, and communication. State laws, physician preferences, and patient outcomes all shape substitution practices.