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Cost-Effective Alternative

A medication option that provides similar therapeutic benefits at a lower cost.

A cost-effective alternative is a medication option that provides similar therapeutic benefits at a lower cost than the originally prescribed medication. These alternatives may include generic medications, therapeutic equivalents, or medications with better insurance coverage. Clinical decision support systems can identify cost-effective alternatives in real-time during prescribing, helping healthcare providers make cost-conscious decisions while maintaining quality of care.

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