Choose generics that have passed the consistency evaluation (一致性评价) and drugs selected through volume-based procurement (集采) first
- Top value
- Evidence A
- Saves money
- Disputed
- Free
- Takes minutes
- No willpower
In plain words
In the second batch of volume-based procurement, prices fell 53% on average, and by as much as 93% for the biggest cut. As of April 2026, 11 batches have been done, covering 490 drugs. When a doctor prescribes or you buy medicine, ask one more question: "Is there a volume-based procurement one, a generic-name one?" The ingredients are the same, and you can spend much less.
Translated from the Chinese original. Original book, section 5, tip 12. This section is about money and spending. It is general information, not financial or investment advice. Content may be out of date and rules differ by place. When you actually deal with an agency, a doctor or a court, follow what local officials, doctors and lawyers tell you. Disclaimer