A nationwide survey exploring physicians' and pharmacists' knowledge, awareness and perceptions regarding generic medicines in China.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Generic medicines substitution is an important means to control rapid growth of pharmaceutical expenditures for the healthcare system in China. Acceptance and utilization of generic medicines is highly influenced by healthcare providers' perceptions. This study aimed to compare the knowledge, awareness and perceptions of generic medicines between physicians and pharmacists in China.

Methods

We used an online, cross-sectional survey across China. The questionnaire explored four sections: demographic characteristics, assessment of the participants' knowledge and awareness of generic medicines, perceptions of generic medicines and generic substitution practices. Chi-square or Mann-Whitney-U tests were applied to compare differences between physicians and pharmacists.

SUBMITTER: Qu J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9392939 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature