Tag: generic medications

Doctors overwhelmingly recommend generic medications because they’re just as effective as brand-name drugs - and far cheaper. Yet many patients still distrust them. Here’s why the science says you can trust generics - and why the psychology of pills makes it hard to accept.

Switching between different generic medications can be safe - or risky, depending on the drug. Learn which generics are interchangeable, which ones need caution, and how to protect yourself from dangerous changes.

Governments don't set prices for generic drugs - they build systems that force competition to do it. Learn how FDA approvals, FTC enforcement, and market dynamics keep generics affordable without direct price controls.

Learn how to talk to your doctor about generic vs. brand-name medications, why generics are just as effective, how much you can save, and when to ask for the brand version.