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[Generic drugs].

J P Delporte1

  • 1L'Université de Liège, Pharmacien Chef de Service, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Liège.

Revue Medicale De Liege
|March 20, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Generic drugs are increasingly common, but prescribers worry about substitution. Evidence shows generic drugs are safe and effective, easing concerns about bioequivalence.

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Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology
  • Pharmaceutics
  • Drug Regulation

Context:

  • Increasing market share of generic drugs in Belgium due to incentives.
  • Prescribers face challenges and concerns regarding drug substitution.
  • Need to address apprehensions about generic drug quality and efficacy.

Purpose:

  • To discuss the equivalence of generic and brand-name drugs.
  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy concerns related to drug substitution.
  • To provide guidance for prescribers on generic drug substitution.

Summary:

  • Biopharmacy and pharmacokinetic principles support the equivalence of generic and brand-name drugs.
  • Clinical data indicate a low frequency of significant bioequivalence issues with generic drugs.
  • Prescribers should be reassured about the quality of most generic medications.

Impact:

  • Facilitate informed decision-making for healthcare professionals regarding generic drug substitution.
  • Enhance patient safety by promoting vigilance in critical substitution scenarios.
  • Promote wider acceptance and utilization of cost-effective generic medications.

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