Study Finds Canadian Drugs Cheaper and Safe
Importing cheaper prescription drugs from Canada could save Illinois up to $90 million a year without compromising safety, says a state report.
Investigators found that drugs from Canada are safe and effective, that Canadian regulators provide protections comparable to those in the U.S., and that drugs sold in Canadian pharmacies are made in federally approved facilities.
Gov. Rod Blagojevich ordered the study in September to determine whether medicines from Canadian sources could provide a safe alternative and help the state and its employees and retirees save money.
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