This article explains how nurses effectively counsel patients on generic medications, addressing common concerns and providing practical steps for improving adherence. It covers FDA standards, real-world examples, and tools nurses use to ensure patients understand therapeutic equivalence.
Switching to generic maintenance medications can save you hundreds a year without losing effectiveness. Learn when it's safe, when to be cautious, and how to make the transition smoothly for chronic conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and thyroid disease.
Clinical studies show generic drugs are just as effective as brand-name drugs for most conditions. Learn what the research says, when generics may differ, and how to ensure they work for you.