Tag: generic medications

Generic Medications: How They Save Patients Money Without Compromising Care

Generic Medications: How They Save Patients Money Without Compromising Care

  • Jan, 7 2026
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Generic medications offer the same effectiveness as brand-name drugs at up to 85% lower cost. Learn how switching can save you hundreds a year, when to ask for generics, and why they’re safe and reliable.

How Clinician Communication Shapes Patient Trust in Generic Medications

How Clinician Communication Shapes Patient Trust in Generic Medications

  • Jan, 1 2026
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Clinician communication is the biggest factor in whether patients accept generic medications. Clear, confident explanations about FDA standards and bioequivalence can boost trust, adherence, and health outcomes-while silence leads to fear and non-use.

De Facto Combinations: Why Some Patients Take Separate Generics Instead of Fixed-Dose Combos

De Facto Combinations: Why Some Patients Take Separate Generics Instead of Fixed-Dose Combos

  • Dec, 24 2025
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Many patients take separate generic pills instead of fixed-dose combinations (FDCs) for cost or dosing reasons-but this practice can increase risks like missed doses and unsafe interactions. Here's what you need to know.