Tag: generic substitution
Reassurance from Research: What Clinical Studies Really Say About Brand-to-Generic Drug Switches
Clinical studies show generic drugs work for most people, but for those on critical medications like antiepileptics or heart drugs, switching can carry real risks. Learn what the data says - and how to protect yourself.
Prescriber Override: When Doctors Can Require Brand-Name Drugs Instead of Generics
Prescriber override lets doctors require brand-name drugs instead of generics when medically necessary. But confusing state rules, flawed EHR systems, and lack of training lead to errors - costing time, money, and patient safety.
How to Handle Insurance Requirements for Generic Substitution
Learn how insurance companies enforce generic drug substitution, when you can legally refuse it, and how to get your brand-name medication covered if it's medically necessary. Real patient experiences and state-by-state rules explained.
Pharmacist Authority in Substitution: Legal Scope of Practice Across U.S. States
Pharmacists in the U.S. can substitute medications to save costs and improve access, but their legal authority varies by state. Learn how generic and therapeutic substitution rules impact care, safety, and patient outcomes.