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Off Topic Forums => Off Topic Forum => Topic started by: OneTampa on January 22, 2013, 11:19:45 am

Title: Generic vs. Brand Name Drugs..
Post by: OneTampa on January 22, 2013, 11:19:45 am

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Although discussions have been out there for years, there are recent reports and surveys on the issue particularly given the associated costs and changing healthcare landscape.

Links:

http://archinte.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?articleid=1555818#qundefined

http://life.nationalpost.com/2013/01/16/generic-vs-name-brand-medications-why-the-patented-drug-debate-is-about-more-than-simply-cutting-costs/

http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/health/patients-demand-expensive-brand-drugs-generic-article-1.1235573