Rather than being too intimidated to ask your doctor or pharmacist about generic drugs, you can help ensure your health by asking him or her a couple of direct questions. It’s very likely that generic drugs do the same job as the more expensive patent drugs.

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Examine the total cost of your medication before making a decision. You might find that while brand A is cheaper by the unit, you have to take more of it, or take it for longer. You may also find that you have to supplement your dosage with other medication. It’s also worth asking your doctor about each drug’s recovery rates and side effects.
 

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