Generic drug plan to save state €78m

PHARMACISTS will be allowed to substitute cheaper, generic drugs for prescribed branded medicines under laws to be introduced next year.

Generic drug plan to save state €78m

Health Minister Mary Harney said the new pricing system will cut the price of medical bills for patients and save the state almost €78 million a year.

The Consumers’ Association of Ireland said it was a long-awaited step forward.

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