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Should the government eliminate price caps on generic drugs?

Generic drugs are non-brand-name medications that are typically cheaper because they are produced after the original drug’s patent expires. Price caps limit how much pharmaceutical companies can charge for these generic versions, aiming to keep them affordable for patients. Proponents argue that removing price caps promotes market competition, can spur innovation in the generic drug market, and may lead to better supply and availability. Opponents argue that eliminating caps could result in significant price increases, putting essential medications out of reach for low-income or uninsured patients.

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 @B2VF3MK  from West Virginia  answered…2wks2W

Drug costs are unaffordable for many Americans due to corporate greed. An easy solution is to introduce universal healthcare.

 @9992HTR  from GU  answered…2wks2W

No. Price caps are helpful in curbing corporate greed. However, I would implement universal healthcare so that all prescription drugs are free at the point of service.

 @B2JLP77from Pennsylvania  answered…4wks4W

yes and no because then thats how drugs get out on the street but also the people that really need it wouldn't be able to afford it and will have to chosen between medicine or other bills

 @Dry550  from Illinois  answered…3wks3W

No, it’s bad enough that people can’t afford food, they should be able to at least afford drugs they need to live

 @B2K4ZKL from Tennessee  answered…4wks4W

No, Profiteering off of American Health for required medications like insulin and other necessary drugs is abominable.

 @B2K4SB7 from South Dakota  answered…4wks4W

No, the price of medication is outrageous and this would make many needed medicine too expensive for lower income or under-insure people.

 @B2K369H from Oklahoma  answered…4wks4W

If they are dangerous, then yes they should be eliminated. If not, then no, it shouldn't be an issue.

 @B2JRN7Q from Ohio  answered…4wks4W

I think the only good rug is weed because you cant die or intoxicate from it like others and some need it for medication

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