Abstract

Non-Medical Switching (NMS) occurs when a patient has their medication changed for reasons other than efficacy, side effects, or adherence, and often relates to drug formulary policies aimed at reducing drug costs. Physicians have raised concerns on how these policies impact patient care. We explored patient perspectives of NMS regarding awareness, impact on their treatment and relationship with their provider, challenging NMS decisions, and support needs. Participants were invited from Janssen’s Patient Engagement Research Councils (PERCs) and were consented and compensated for their time.

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