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Generic medicines home

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generic medicines

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NPS publications about generic medications NPS publications about generic medications

Image of a woman called Valerie saying 'Could be a different shape, different colour.' Also has the message that ‘Generic medicines are an equal choice. They contain the same active ingredient.’


The National Prescribing Service Ltd (NPS) produces a range of clinically accurate, evidence-based resources and information for doctors, pharmacists, other health professionals and the general public. These include publications such as MedicinesTalk, Medicine Update and fact sheets for consumers, NPS News, NPS RADAR and Australian Prescriber for health professionals. NPS also produces fact sheets abut medicines and a generic medicines newsletter.

Below is a list of links to just some of the consumer materials NPS has produced to help you better understand generic medicines. You might also like to use the NPS search engine to find more information. Just type 'generic medicines' into the search box in the top right-hand corner of the screen.

Additional consumer information about generic medicines

Additional health professionals information about generic medicines

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