Tag: brand-name drugs

Out-of-Pocket Costs: What Patients Really Pay for Generic vs Brand-Name Drugs

Out-of-Pocket Costs: What Patients Really Pay for Generic vs Brand-Name Drugs

Generic drugs are cheaper - but not always for you. Learn why out-of-pocket costs for generics can be higher than brand-name drugs, how Medicare Part D tricks patients, and how to pay less using cash and transparency tools.

Why Some Brand-Name Drugs Have No Generic Alternatives

Why Some Brand-Name Drugs Have No Generic Alternatives

Many brand-name drugs stay expensive for years after patents expire due to complex formulations, patent tricks, and regulatory hurdles. Here's why some medications have no generic alternatives - and what you can do about it.