Tag: generic substitution
Learn how insurance rules, state laws, and pharmacy practices affect generic drug substitution. Know your rights, when to push back, and how to get brand-name meds when medically needed.
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.
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.
Retail and hospital pharmacies handle medication substitution differently-retail focuses on cost and patient choice, while hospitals prioritize clinical safety and team-based decisions. Understanding these differences helps patients avoid dangerous mix-ups.
