Tag: generic drugs

Why Not All Drugs Have Authorized Generics: The Hidden Rules Behind Generic Drug Availability

Natala Menezes
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January 24
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Not all drugs have authorized generics because brand manufacturers use them strategically to block competition-not to lower prices. Learn why some medications have cheaper versions and others don't.

Direct-to-Consumer Generic Pharmacies: How Much You Really Save vs. Insurance

Natala Menezes
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January 4
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DTC pharmacies can save you hundreds on expensive generics, but often offer little savings on common drugs. Learn when to use them vs. your insurance-and how to avoid hidden costs.

FDA Bioequivalence Standards for NTI Drugs: Special Requirements Explained

Natala Menezes
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December 31
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The FDA enforces stricter bioequivalence rules for narrow therapeutic index (NTI) drugs to prevent dangerous fluctuations in blood levels. Learn how these standards differ from regular generics and which medications are affected.

How to Understand Narrow Therapeutic Index Drugs and Generics

Natala Menezes
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December 2
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Understand how narrow therapeutic index drugs work, why generic substitution can be risky, and what steps to take to stay safe when taking critical medications like immunosuppressants, anticoagulants, or anti-seizure drugs.

Nitrosamine Contamination in Generic Drugs: Recent Recalls and Regulatory Changes

Natala Menezes
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November 19
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Nitrosamine contamination in generic drugs has triggered over 500 FDA recalls since 2018. Learn which drugs were affected, how these carcinogens form, and how regulators and manufacturers are responding to protect patient safety.

Insurance Benefit Design: How Health Plans Use Generics to Cut Costs

Natala Menezes
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November 18
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Health plans use tiered formularies and step therapy to steer patients toward generic drugs, saving billions annually. But opaque pricing by pharmacy benefit managers often prevents patients from seeing the full savings.