Do all drugs have generic equivalents?
No. Some drugs are protected by patents and are supplied by only one company. However, when the patent expires, other manufacturers can produce its generic version. Currently, about half the drugs on the market are available in generic form.
How can I get generic drugs?
Talk with your doctor during your next appointment. Explain that you want the most effective drug at the best price. Ask your doctor to write prescriptions for generic drugs whenever possible, and ask for a 90 day supply.
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Are there exceptions?
Yes. If your doctor writes on the prescription form that a specific brand-name drug is required, the pharmacist must fill the prescription as written. That is, a generic drug cannot be substituted. However, the pharmacist can talk with your doctor about the prescription. Perhaps there’s an acceptable generic drug that your doctor is not aware of. The pharmacist can compare and evaluate generic and brand-name drugs and may be able to consult with your doctor to provide the right medication at the best possible price for you. |