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Patients’ knowledge of generic medicines
| Yes (%) | No (%) | Do not know (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generic medicines are the same as branded medicines | 81 | 7 | 12 |
| Generic medicines are as effective as branded medicines | 76 | 11 | 13 |
| Generic medicines are as safe as branded medicines | 75 | 5 | 20 |
| Generic medicines are available for all branded medicines | 16 | 38 | 46 |
| Generic medicines are cheaper than branded medicines | 82 | 4 | 8 |
