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Clearing the Path for Generic Drug Utilization: Lessons from Worldwide Investigations

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  • Andrei Dumitrescu

    (Departamentul de Sănătate și Medicină Tradițională, Universitatea București Nova, Bucharest, Romania)

  • Cristian Iliescu

    (Departamentul de Sănătate și Medicină Tradițională, Universitatea București Nova, Bucharest, Romania)

  • Bogdan Mihai

    (Departamentul de Sănătate și Medicină Tradițională, Universitatea București Nova, Bucharest, Romania)

Abstract

This review aims to provide concise insights into global consumer awareness of generic drugs, challenges identified in diverse studies regarding their adoption, and proposed solutions to enhance availability, accessibility, and affordability. Despite the economic benefits of generic drugs, patient reluctance persists. Aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, this exploration delves into historical perspectives, patenting challenges, and the impact on healthcare costs. Drawing from various online sources, research articles, and reviews, the study concludes that, although generic drugs are equally effective and cost-effective, barriers to adoption stem from consumer perceptions influenced by factors like age, education, health literacy, income, and trust in prescribers. Additionally, country-specific policies and regulatory frameworks play a crucial role in shaping adoption rates, suggesting a need for targeted educational interventions to address these challenges and promote wider acceptance of generic medications.

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  • Andrei Dumitrescu & Cristian Iliescu & Bogdan Mihai, 2023. "Clearing the Path for Generic Drug Utilization: Lessons from Worldwide Investigations," Inventum Biologicum: An International Journal of Biological Research, World BIOLOGICA, vol. 3(2), pages 58-61.
    • Handle: RePEc:adg:ibijbr:v:3:y:2023:i:2:p:58-61
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