Study: Generic Heart Drugs Just as Good

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Study: Generic Heart Drugs Just as Good

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A new study shows that brand-name drugs that treat heart disease aren't better than their FDA-approved generic equivalents.

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Tags: Heart, Heart Disease, Coronary Artery Disease, Disease and Condition, Drug

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