Re: Generic when not generic available?

Posted by SLS on August 30, 2008, at 6:10:20

In reply to Re: Generic when not generic available?, posted by bleauberry on August 29, 2008, at 22:18:25

Generics are not identical to the original US branded drug. Yes, the active ingredient is to be the same. However, there is a difference in the manufacturing process and the formula of binders and excipients that are designed to deliver the drug into the blood stream. I've seen differences in peoples' reaction to a switch to a generic. They sometimes lose the antidepessant response and deteriorate. My doctor had this happen to a patient taking Paxil (paroxetine). I have come across a few more anecdotes using other antidepressants.

- Scott

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