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. 2017 Apr 10;32(Suppl 2):83–808. doi: 10.1007/s11606-017-4028-8
Health System Factors
State substitution laws Availability of samples Insurance companies Availability of generics Performance metrics
Workflow Factors
Practice disruption Default to generic Pharmacy Insurance Formulary Generic nomenclature Point of care IT tools
Provider Factors
Attitude towards generics Lack of trusted sources Reluctance to switch patient medication Level of knowledge about generics Accessibility of information about generics Multiple generic brands Specialists
Patient Factors
Cost Preference Prior experience Side effects DTC advertising Pill and package