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Re: are generics weaker

Posted by RobertDavid on April 4, 2006, at 1:26:58

In reply to Re: are generics weaker, posted by Racer on April 3, 2006, at 21:55:00

Yes, they are different, variations in dose compared to brand which could mean significant differences refil to refil. If you got one refil that was say, 20% on the low side and the next batch that was 20% on the high side you'd definately have issues, a possible 40% change in dose.

My doc said when klonopin went generic, that the patients he was treating with it suddenly started having significant problems. When he switched them back to brand, the problem was eliminated, the 20% variance and perhaps other changes in ingredients did make a difference according to him.

I take klonopin and he writes on my scripts "brand only." He doesn't want me to waste my money as it does cost more, but I had problems when I tried brand without telling him. My condition was worse during that time. It's definately better now.

I know others will dispute this and I'm not looking for an argument here, but I realy believe it to be true.

If I was taking a drug on a prn basis I probably wouldn't be as concerned. That said, I do think there are many drugs that are fine as generics, that brand isn't necessary with every drug.

Just my take..

Rob


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