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Thu 11 Nov 2002Incentive to use generic drugs would mean major savingsDr Muiris Houston, Medical Correspondent, explains the difference between generic drugs and other medicationsThe proposal from the junior Minister for Health, Mr Tim O'Malley, to limit prescribing under the drug refund scheme is reminiscent of a similar idea from the PDs which was subsequently incorporated into last year's health strategy.