Research finds that 87% of consumers choose generic drugs

According to recent research, nearly nine out of 10 clients decide to substitute common brand name drugs by their generic versions within a few weeks of when these cheapest drugs become obtainable.

The researchers analyzed four drugs: Allegra, Arava, Amaryl and Zithromax. In the second half of 2005, each of these drugs run out of patent protection. Their generic equivalents were bought instead at an average factor of 87 percent within 30 days of the equivalent’s delivery at pharmacies.

The research was organized by Medco Health Solutions Inc. based in Frankin Lakes, which is the biggest drug benefit management company in U.S. The co View the rest of this article