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Challenging Equivalence and Ethicality in the Recent Climb of Generic Drugs
Challenging Equivalence and Ethicality in the Recent Climb of Generic Drugs
Friday, November 7, 2014
Plaza Foyer (Sheraton)
Generic drugs are often prescribed as equivalents of brand-name medications. However, just how ethical is this practice? This poster will evaluate this idea from a moral standpoint, focusing on the safety, efficacy, financials, and research implications of generic drug substitution and its effect on the patient population.