Publications by authors named "Akshat Chaturvedi"
Article Synopsis
- Despite India being a major exporter of generic medicines, many patients struggle to afford them, leading to millions falling into poverty due to medication costs.
- The study aimed to evaluate patients' knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions about the Jan Aushadhi Scheme and generic medicines at a hospital in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
- Results indicated a significant lack of awareness about the Jan Aushadhi Scheme, with many patients mistakenly believing that generic drugs are inferior to brand-name ones, highlighting the need for better education and outreach by healthcare authorities.
