Assessment of Knowledge and Attitude towards Generic Medicines Versus Branded Medicine in Second MBBS Students: A Questionnaires Based Study

This is a cross-sectional observational study conducted in MGIMS Sewagram. Second MBBS Second term students (65) enrolled for this study. After ethical approval, the study was carried out using questionnaires which was designed to assess the knowledge and attitude of generic medicines and branded medicines. Before study, written informed consent were taken from the students. Pre-test questionnaires were given to the students to check their knowledge and attitude. After that lecture was taken on generic medicine to sensitize the students about the topic. After one week again post-test form was given to assess the knowledge and attitude they retain during this period. Both pre-test and posttest assessment were done using Likerts scale. Data collected by Pre-test and Post Test Scores then compiled and analyzed. P-values of <0.01 were considered to indicate statistical significance. It was found that there is a lack an extensive understanding of the concept of bioequivalence and safety and quality of generic medicines which was improved after sensitizing programme