The Ethics of Increasing Drug Prices and Healthcare Complexity

The chapter delves into the significant increase in a product's monthly price, revealing a 5900% profit surge for the manufacturer, while discussing the implications for insurance companies and doctors seeking coverage for patients. It explores the moral and legal dilemmas surrounding escalating prices for life-saving medications, the global disparities in drug pricing, and the complexities of the healthcare system, including discussions on generic alternatives, lab formulated drugs, off-label use risks, and compounding pharmacies.