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The Introduction of Generic Substitution in Australia and Its Inspiration for China

Authors
Feng Chang, Jianyun Zhang, Qiang Xia, Penglei Cui
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Feng Chang
Available Online September 2017.
DOI
10.2991/jahp-17.2017.54How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Australia; generic; substitution; pharmaceutical expense
Abstract

The aim of this article is to enhance understanding of how the cost-containment strategy of generic substitution is working, the effectiveness of generic substitution in Australia. It has been shown effective with regard to lowering the price of medicines. Generic substitution is a commonly used cost-containment strategy meant to control pharmaceutical expenditure without compromising health objectives. It has provided experiences and references to China.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Judicial, Administrative and Humanitarian Problems of State Structures and Economic Subjects (JAHP 2017)
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Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Publication Date
September 2017
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978-94-6252-389-0
ISSN
2352-5398
DOI
10.2991/jahp-17.2017.54How to use a DOI?
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© 2017, the Authors. Published by Atlantis Press.
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