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The 80-125% Rule: Understanding Bioequivalence Confidence Intervals in Generic Drugs

The 80-125% Rule: Understanding Bioequivalence Confidence Intervals in Generic Drugs

Finnegan O'Sullivan Jan 10 8

The 80-125% rule ensures generic drugs work like brand-name versions by comparing how much drug enters the bloodstream. It's not about pill strength - it's about absorption. Here's how it works and why it matters.

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Out-of-Pocket Costs: How Generics Slash Your Medication Bills

Out-of-Pocket Costs: How Generics Slash Your Medication Bills

Finnegan O'Sullivan Jan 3 14

Generic drugs cut prescription costs by up to 90%, yet most people still overpay due to opaque pricing. Learn how to save hundreds annually by switching to generics and using direct-to-consumer pharmacies.

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Healthcare System Savings: How Generic Drugs Cut U.S. Drug Costs by Hundreds of Billions

Healthcare System Savings: How Generic Drugs Cut U.S. Drug Costs by Hundreds of Billions

Finnegan O'Sullivan Jan 1 15

Generic drugs saved $482 billion in U.S. healthcare spending in 2024, making up 90% of prescriptions but just 12% of costs. Biosimilars are the next frontier in cutting drug prices - if we remove the barriers holding them back.

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