Healthy Skepticism Library item: 1172
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Publication type: Journal Article
Using drug samples can hinder quality
Healthcare Benchmarks Qual Improv 2004 Mar; 11:(3):34-5
Abstract:
Some institutions prohibit the dispensing of drug samples. Once samples run out, patients must bear greater cost burden. Being provided samples creates prescribing habits among physicians.