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Antitrust Issues in Generic Substitution: How Drug Companies Block Cheaper Alternatives

Antitrust Issues in Generic Substitution: How Drug Companies Block Cheaper Alternatives

Drug companies are using legal tricks to block cheaper generics by pulling older drugs off the market just before patents expire. This tactic, called product hopping, costs patients billions and undermines state substitution laws. Here’s how it works - and who’s fighting back.

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State Laws on NTI Substitution: Varying Requirements Across the US

State Laws on NTI Substitution: Varying Requirements Across the US

State laws on NTI drug substitution vary widely across the U.S., with 27 states restricting generic swaps for medications like warfarin, levothyroxine, and lithium due to safety risks. Learn how each state handles it-and what you need to know.

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