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Generic Prescriptions are Less Expensive But as Effective as Name Brand Drugs?
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∙ 12y ago
Name brand and generic prescriptions differ mainly in cost, with generic versions being less expensive. Generics also may differ in appearance, packaging, preservatives and taste. These less expensive versions of prescription drugs, however, must contain the same active ingredients as the name brand drug and should be administered in the same manner, such as through liquid form or oral capsules, as well as in the same dosage.
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What is generic drug?
It's a non-brand drug that however contains the same main components of the comparable brand-name drug. They are always less expensive than the brand-name drugs, but they are as effective.
You have no insurance and you need prescriptions filled?
You can have prescriptions filled at any pharmacy with or without insurance. Without insurance you will be paying full price for the medications. If money is a concern, many pharmacies are offering generic medications for as little as $4.00 (i.e. Wal-mart, Target, etc.) If you are on a brand name medications you can call and shop around for the least expensive price. Another option is talk to your doctor and see if there is a medication that works similar to your brand name medication, but is a generic medication.
What is a disadvantage of brand name products?
Usually brand name products are more expensive than their generic counterparts.
What are generic prescriptions?
To effectively answer this, picture the cereal aisle at Walmart. On the top shelf, you've got the name brand stuff. Rice Krispies, Apple Jacks, Count Chocula, Cocoa Puffs, and they're fairly expensive. Two shelves down, you have the exact same cereals, usually made in the exact same packaging plant, but different names and much cheaper. Rice Crisps, Apple Os, Choco Flakes, Chocolate Puff Balls. The generic prescriptions are the exact same drug as the name brand prescriptions, but they're much cheaper. Yes, sometimes the amounts of non-active ingredients do vary from the name brand but that has little to no impact on the effectiveness of the drug itself.
OTC Prilosec Pills are Cost-Effective?
Prilosec pills are used to treat GERD. Prilosec OTC is your most cost-effective option. It is less expensive than the brand and generic prescription versions of Prilosec. Most insurance company won�t cover the cost of a drug when there is generic version. If you want the brand version, you have to pay the full price. The insurance companies that do cover generic Prilosec usually require a co-payment that is higher than the cost of Prilosec.
Is depakote expensive?
The brand name form usually is (as with all medications), but the generic form usually isn't.
Would store brand Benadryl be ok to give a dog?
The FDA requires generic drugs to have the same characteristics as the branded drug. The store-brand generic version of Benadryl will be every bit as effective and safe.
How much cheaper are generic HP ink cartridges than HP brand cartridges?
Generic HP ink cartridges are cheaper than HP brand cartridges. They are about $50 cheaper, brand name items are normally more expensive. HP brand cartridges normally cost about $100.
Is it true are false that Generic products are usually more expensive than brand-name products?
Generic products generally are available as a lower cost option that is very similar to a brand name item. An example is Quaker Oatmeal as compared to a store brand oatmeal.
Generic Benadryl Works Just Like Name Brand?
Most people trust name brand Benadryl to help them get rid of their allergy symptoms, but the name brand is very expensive. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration guarantees that approved generic drugs have the same active ingredients as their name brand counterparts, and generic Benadryl has been shown to get rid of allergy symptoms just as well as the name brand. The generic version usually costs at least 50 percent less than the name brand.
Is there a place where we can get medication @ discount prices, or more help My wife says the meds. are TOO expensive to stay on. please help thanks Pete?
Yes, if you doctor is willing to write you and your wife generic prescriptions instead of name brand, you can get generics for $4 a month or $10 for a 3 month supply at any major pharmacy.
Saving Cash On Prescription Costs?
Prescriptions are expensive, but you don't need to spend every dollar in your bank account on them. If you are smart, you can save some money while still getting the drugs you need. One good way to save money on prescription costs is to get the generic form of whatever drug you need. Instead of paying the extra premium for a name-brand anti-biotic, wouldn't it make sense to get the generic? It is just as effective, but comes with a price tag that is significantly less. This is important and will provide you with great savings each and every month.
