Tag: generic drug pricing

by Malcolm Hitchcock
Mar 16, 2026
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Authorized Generic Pricing: Why They Cost Less Than Brand-Name Drugs

Authorized generics cost less than brand-name drugs because they're made by the same company, in the same factory, with no marketing costs. Learn how they save patients money and why they're not always easy to find.

by Malcolm Hitchcock
Dec 28, 2025
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How Government Controls Generic Drug Prices in the U.S. Today

The U.S. doesn't set generic drug prices directly, but uses rebates, caps, and competition to control costs. Learn how Medicaid, Medicare, and the 340B program keep generics affordable - and where the system still fails.