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US Supreme Court weighs case that could hinder cheaper drug manufacturing

By Zara Norman/Medill News Service WASHINGTON — John Bailey said he’s saved tens of thousands of dollars over the last decade by relying on a generic prescription to lower his chol...

US Supreme Court weighs case that could hinder cheaper drug manufacturing

By Zara Norman/Medill News Service WASHINGTON — John Bailey said he’s saved tens of thousands of dollars over the last decade by relying on a generic prescription to lower his chol...

<![CDATA[Regeneron Agrees to Lower Drug Costs for U.S. Patients and Provide Otarmeni for Free]]>

Drug prices will fall – PSN chair hails Tinubu’s tax waivers for pharmaceutical firms

“Importation of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients is very expensive, and exchange rates have driven up drug costs. With this waiver, we expect a drastic price reduction,” he said.

Trump Promised Cheaper Drugs. Some Prices Dropped. Many Others Shot Up

TUESDAY, May 12, 2026 — Since his second term started, President Donald Trump has announced, negotiated or floated a flurry of initiatives aimed at taming the excesses of the pharm...

‘Armere landen moeten lagere prijzen kunnen betalen voor medicijnen’

New SADC tender system set to cut medicine costs by 40 percent

Once fully operational, SPPS will become a cornerstone of a resilient regional health system, enabling all SADC member states to access essential medicines reliably, efficiently, a...

Shed Pounds, Save Big Bucks: FDA Clears Way for First Low-Price Generic Drug for Weight Loss

The FDA approves Apotex Corp.’s plan to introduce generic Ozempic, a semaglutide injection that one study suggests could someday cost as little as $3 a month.

Lawmakers introduce bill to lower drug costs for service members, veterans

The proposal would allow Tricare beneficiaries and VA patients to pay the lowest government-negotiated price for prescription drugs.

Trump Adds 600 Generic Drugs to TrumpRx—Will It Save You Money?

President Donald Trump just announced that he was going to be adding more than 600 generic drugs to his federal direct-to-consumer marketplace, TrumpRx. He also said that Cost Plus...

More Drugmakers Join TrumpRx

WEDNESDAY, April 8, 2026 — Drug companies Abbvie and Genentech will start selling medications at lower prices through the White House’s "TrumpRx" website. They are the 10th and 11t...

Trump promised cheaper drugs. Some prices dropped. Many others shot up.

Since his second term started, President Trump has introduced a flurry of initiatives aimed at taming the excesses of the pharmaceutical industry.

<![CDATA[Strengthening the Generic Drugs Supply Chain]]>

Everything You Need to Know About Generic Medicines

(StatePoint) At a time when many basic living expenses are rising, generic medicines play a critical role in expanding access to safe, effective and affordable treatments, helping...

Reining in medicine prices despite war impact on pharma inputs: Official

Propylene remains the most critical input since it is used in Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) and Isobutyl Benzene production, which are used in medicines such as Ibuprofen

White House announces MFN agreement with drug manufacturer Regeneron

The administration Apri 23 reached a most-favored-nation drug pricing agreement with Regeneron, the maker of the popular cholesterol medicine Praluent. This is the 17th such agreem...

<![CDATA[TrumpRx Expands to Offer Generic Medications]]>

Medicare Negotiation Update: 4 Drugs Facing Price Cuts of Up to 50% Under the New Program

Prescription drug costs have long been one of the biggest financial stressors for older Americans. Now, a major shift is finally underway, and it could...

White House adds 600 generic meds to TrumpRx purchasing portal

With questions already swirling about the actual affordability impact of the government’s drug purchasing portal TrumpRx, the White House is updating the platform to address a key...

<![CDATA[How Can Pharma Prices be Reduced for Americans Without Impacting Innovation?]]>

Domestic pharma capacity can help keep drug prices competitive

Many comments and social media posts have highlighted the high prices of medicines in the country compared to neighbouring states, as this represents a significant financial burden...

Commerce Details Path To Discount For 100% Pharma Tariff

The U.S. Department of Commerce released guidance for pharmaceutical companies looking to show they have made sufficient onshoring commitments to qualify for a discount on the 100%...

Trump announces expansion of TrumpRx to include generic medicines

President Trump on Monday announced a dramatic expansion of TrumpRx, adding more than 600 generic medications to its direct-to-consumer prescription website.

Trump announces expansion of TrumpRx to include generic medicines

President Trump on Monday announced a dramatic expansion of TrumpRx, adding more than 600 generic medications to its direct-to-consumer prescription website.