Category: Pharmacy - Page 2
Medicaid Generic Drug Policies: How States Are Cutting Prescription Costs
States are using MAC lists, mandatory substitution, and price gouging laws to control Medicaid generic drug costs. With generics making up 85% of prescriptions but only 16% of spending, these policies save billions - but supply chain risks and PBM opacity threaten their success.
Insurance Benefit Design: How Health Plans Use Generics to Cut Costs
Health plans use tiered formularies, mandatory substitution, and step therapy to steer patients toward generic drugs, saving billions annually. But hidden pricing practices by pharmacy benefit managers often prevent patients from seeing the full savings.
QT Prolongation with Fluoroquinolones and Macrolides: Monitoring Strategies
Fluoroquinolones and macrolides can prolong the QT interval, increasing the risk of dangerous heart rhythms. Learn how to identify at-risk patients, when to order ECGs, and how to prevent life-threatening arrhythmias.
Hatch-Waxman Act: How It Shaped Generic Drug Access in the U.S.
The Hatch-Waxman Act revolutionized U.S. generic drug approval by balancing innovation and competition. It cut costs, sped up access, but also opened doors to patent abuse. Here’s how it works-and why it’s under pressure.
Drug Recall Authority: How the FDA Legally Removes Unsafe Medications
The FDA can't force drug recalls - it can only request them. Learn how unsafe medications are removed from the market, the three recall classes, why devices are treated differently, and why experts are pushing for legal change.
How to Time Your Medications to Avoid Dangerous Drug Interactions
Learn how to time your medications correctly to avoid dangerous drug interactions. Simple changes like waiting 2-4 hours between certain pills can boost effectiveness and prevent side effects-without switching drugs.
Why Generic Drugs Cost 80-85% Less Than Brand-Name Drugs
Generic drugs cost 80-85% less than brand-name versions because they don't repeat expensive clinical trials. They're chemically identical, FDA-approved, and save patients billions annually.
Future of Global Generic Markets: Predictions and Trends 2025-2030
The global generic drug market is growing rapidly, driven by rising chronic diseases and cost pressures. India and China lead production, while biosimilars and regulatory shifts are reshaping the industry. Generics remain essential for affordable healthcare worldwide.
How to Check If a Generic Medication Is Available for Your Prescription
Learn how to check if a generic version of your prescription is available and safe to use. Save up to 98% on medication costs with simple steps and trusted resources.
Prior Authorization: How Providers Secure Approval for Generic Medications
Providers navigate complex insurance rules to secure approval for generic medications. Learn the real steps, common denials, and strategies to speed up prior authorization in 2025.
Medication Adherence During Brand-to-Generic Transitions: Best Practices
Switching from brand-name to generic medications saves money but often reduces adherence due to perception, pill confusion, and poor communication. Learn the real risks, proven fixes, and what to ask your pharmacist to stay on track.
Side Effects with Generics: Are Adverse Reactions More Likely?
Generics are safe for most people, but some patients report more side effects after switching. Learn why bioequivalence doesn't always mean identical effects, how manufacturing and perception play roles, and what to do if you feel worse on a generic.