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Users call for faster introduction of generics

The users' association warned of the potential for significant savings with the inclusion of more generic drugs in the health system.

20 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The users' association expressed the need to speed up the introduction of new generic drugs in the market. According to the association, increasing the share of generics from 50.5% to 75% could lead to savings of around one billion euros for the health system.

Users noted that there is a "very significant margin" for increased savings, which they believe would benefit not only consumers but also health services.

The push for faster approval of new generics is a response to growing concerns about the costs of medications, which have a direct impact on the health expenses of the population.

Despite the association's deliberations, no details were provided about the specific measures that could be implemented or the expected timelines for these changes.

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