Review:
Brand Name Drugs
overall review score: 3.5
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Brand-name drugs are pharmaceuticals that are marketed and sold under a specific name by a pharmaceutical company. These drugs are typically protected by patents, which allow the company to have exclusive rights to manufacture and sell the drug for a certain period of time.
Key Features
- Specific name and branding
- Patent protection
- Higher cost compared to generic drugs
Pros
- Brand-name drugs are rigorously tested for safety and efficacy before being approved for sale
- Patients can trust the quality and consistency of brand-name drugs
Cons
- Higher cost can be a barrier to access for some patients
- Limited availability of generic alternatives for certain brand-name drugs