Tag: generic substitution

Continuing Education for Pharmacists: Staying Current on Generics

By : Archer Hamilton
Date : Mar 24 2026

Pharmacists must stay current on generics to ensure safe substitutions. With 90% of prescriptions filled with generics and complex FDA regulations, continuing education on therapeutic equivalence, biosimilars, and state laws is critical-not optional.

Pharmacist Authority in Substitution: Legal Scope of Practice Across U.S. States

By : Archer Hamilton
Date : Mar 2 2026

Pharmacist substitution authority varies by state, affecting how and when pharmacists can swap brand-name drugs for generics or alternative medications. Learn how laws shape access, cost, and safety in U.S. pharmacies.

Switching from Brand to Generic Drugs: What to Expect

By : Archer Hamilton
Date : Dec 1 2025

Switching from brand-name drugs to generics saves money and is safe for most people. But for some medications, like thyroid or blood thinners, consistency matters. Know what to expect, when to be cautious, and how to protect your health.