Tag: generic substitution
Presumed Consent in Pharmacy: When Pharmacists Can Swap Brand Drugs for Generics Without Asking
Presumed consent laws let pharmacists swap brand-name drugs for generics without asking patients - saving billions but raising safety concerns. Learn how it works, where it fails, and what you should do.
Read More- January 30, 2026
- Neil Hirsch
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Antitrust Issues in Generic Substitution: How Big Pharma Blocks Cheaper Drugs
Big Pharma uses legal loopholes like product hopping and REMS abuse to block generic drugs, keeping prices high. Learn how antitrust laws are starting to fight back-and what it means for your prescriptions.
Read More- December 5, 2025
- Neil Hirsch
- 15 Comments