Cheaper medicines exist — middlemen are keeping them out of reach
Summary
The article explains that cheaper medicines are available, but middlemen in the supply chain are preventing patients from accessing them. Both patients and doctors have limited control over which medicines reach them.Key Facts
- There are less expensive medicines available for patients.
- Middlemen, such as distributors or pharmacy benefit managers, influence which medicines are provided.
- Patients do not have the final say in choosing their medicines.
- Doctors also are restricted in selecting medicines for their patients.
- The supply chain system affects medicine prices and availability.
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