Crocin or paracetamol: what should the doctor prescribe?

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Economic and Political Weekly

Abstract

As the Indian government contemplates enacting generic name-based prescriptions, it is important to understand the pros and cons of such regulation. This article points out various advantages associated with such changes in doctor behaviour, while pointing out potential issues with it. It argues that while the prices of older drugs might come down because of the new regulation, other issues pertaining to quality might arise.

Publication Date

1-4-2013

Publisher

Economic and Political Weekly

Volume

Vol.48

Issue

Iss.41

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