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Generic drug price-fixing settlements could mean cash for Oregonians, with more on tap

Oregonians cheated by pharmaceutical industry antitrust conspiracies could win reimbursements as more companies settle
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November 5, 2024

National settlements with two generic drug companies over allegedly massive price-fixing conspiracies could be the first of several, and an increasing number of Oregonians may find themselves eligible for reimbursement.

The settlements for $49.1 million announced recently by a coalition of state attorneys general covered only two companies, Apotex and Heritage Pharmaceuticals.

But 28 other firms are targeted across several national civil lawsuits alleging overlapping efforts to conspire, limit competition and jack up prices.

To determine eligibility, consumers are encouraged to call 1-866-290-0182 or email [email protected], or visit www.AGGenericDrugs.com.

The suits were filed following massive jumps in the prices of commonly used drugs that had sparked alarm for many consumers over the years. 

Several companies have already settled criminal charges brought by the federal government. Last month, Teva settled one federal case for $450 million; it had accused the firm of conspiring with generic drug companies and using payments to patient groups for copay assistance programs in ways that violated federal anti-kickback laws.

The coalition of attorneys general has been engaged in the litigation for six years, obtaining millions of documents — including a so-called “diary of collusion” — on which they’ve based three lawsuits.

“This is anti-competitiveness plain and simple and it hurts the tens of millions of Americans every day who count on their generic drugs to be accessible and affordable,” said Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum in a statement. Oregon has been one of the more aggressive states in its pursuit of pharmaceutical companies.

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