Paying More for Brand Name Drugs

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Added: October 15, 2007 | Time 01:35 | Views: 282,757

AARP Watchdog Report: Since 2000, brand name drug prices have increased at two to three times the rate of inflation. The report indicates that generic medication prices are decreasing. For more information visit www.aarp.org

Topics: Aging, Healthcare Finance, Healthcare Policy

Tags: aarp, brand name drugs, generic drugs, health care cost, health care inflation, Mary Norton, Medicare, medicare donut hole, medication cost, prescription drugs

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chicagogal says:41 weeks ago | Reply

This video highlights the importance of using generic drugs to save money, but I am concerned about losing quality.

PrincessTrish says:45 weeks ago | Reply

I always get generics!!! If there is no difference, it just seems silly to pay more. I don't understand why it is like this, though.

EAstcoast says:45 weeks ago | Reply

if they're all the same, why do the name brands cost so much??

factor says:45 weeks ago | Reply

i read that 80% of the generics at Walmart are in their $4 program. They just introduced a $9 level. why buy brand names?

dnadeau says:44 weeks ago | Reply

I have to agree with the Wal-Mart Tip. If you're getting a lot of drugs, Wal-Mart is the place to go.

VP03_hot says:45 weeks ago | Reply

I don't get the push. I've had two doctors now who've told me to take brand names..I'm thought generic work fine.

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