The FDA uses therapeutic equivalence codes to determine which generic drugs can safely replace brand-name medications. Learn how A and B codes work, why some generics aren't interchangeable, and how pharmacists use the Orange Book to ensure safe substitutions.
Twenty-seven U.S. states have special rules restricting generic substitution for narrow therapeutic index (NTI) drugs like warfarin, levothyroxine, and lithium. These laws vary widely - from outright bans to dual consent requirements - creating a patchwork that affects patient safety, pharmacy workflows, and drug costs.
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State laws determine whether pharmacists must or can switch your brand-name prescription to a cheaper generic. These rules affect your costs, safety, and access-and vary widely across the U.S.
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