Americans pay 5 to 10 times more for prescription medicines than patients in other countries. But there are 8 proven legal strategies to reduce your costs by 50 to 90 percent — starting with switching to generic medicines, using a verified online pharmacy, and asking your doctor for tablet-splitting prescriptions.

Generic medicines make up nearly 90% of all prescriptions in the USA — but many patients still wonder what they are, whether they are safe, and why they cost so much less. This plain-language beginner's guide explains exactly how generics work, how they are approved by the FDA, and how to choose a trustworthy supplier.