Does the U.S. overpay for drugs?

Does the U.S. overpay for drugs?

Common knowledge says "Yes".

Real data says "No", because the U.S. gets favorable prices for generic drugs and it primarily consumes generic drugs. In fact, they're 91% of prescriptions! pic.twitter.com/uxRyqcQLzI

— Crémieux (@cremieuxrecueil) May 12, 2025