Slide Presentation of the 2007 Annual Meeting of AHRQ

Possible Annual Savings: 5 Categories

• Statins (cholesterol):$1,300
• Proton Pump Inhibitors (acid reflux and ulcers): $2,000
• NSAIDs (arthritis and pain): $2,200
• Anti-depressants: $1,200
• Beta Blockers (high blood pressure): 1,900

Notes:

Savings in typical drug category range from $1000 to over $2000 ...
No sacrifice in terms of safety or effectiveness
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