Healthy Skepticism Library item: 7937

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Publication type: Journal Article

Prince R.
Generic firms seek government help to fight manufacturers for drug marketing rights
Pharmacy Practice News 1999 Jun; 26:1, 16

Abstract:

Controversy behind the Federal Trade Commission’s investigation of several large pharmaceutical firms that are attempting to safeguard their most successful drugs from being produced in generic versions is discussed. At least one manufacturer of a branded drug claims that patient safety and informed consent are the true concerns. Brand name manufacturers insist that physicians should be notified and should give their consent when a brand name drug is switched to a generic. Also discussed is the issue of generic manufacturers not supporting research or patient education.