Experiences of switching to generic medicines: a qualitative inquiry among Jan Aushadhi Kendra (JAK) users in Hyderabad, India

Gaddam Tarun Chandra, Anupama Sharma, Sibasis Hense, Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Central University of Kerala, Centre for Urban Health Assurance, Indian School of Public Policy, New Delhi

Journal of Generic Medicines: The Business Journal for the Generic Medicines Sector

Published online on June 03, 2026

Abstract

Journal of Generic Medicines, Ahead of Print.
IntroductionIn India, 70% out-of-pocket expenditure (OOPE) on healthcare is attributed to medicines, and generic medicines are known to substantially reduce this expenditure. The Indian Government established Jan Aushadhi Kendras (JAK/Kendras) to improve ...