Saving lives and money with generic drugs

By: CBS 58 Newsroom

Posted: Oct 8, 2020 7:34 AM CDT

NOW: Saving lives and money with generic drugs

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Generic drugs can be lifesavers for people in need of medicine. They cost less than the name-brand drugs but are just as effective and are FDA-approved. That's why insurance companies often steer patients toward the generic option.

Dan Leonard leads the "Association for Accessible Medicines." He says generic medications never have been more important. He joined CBS 58 on Thursday, Oct. 8, to explain how they can benefit you and your family.