Generics are supposed to be the same formulation as the brand name.  Sometimes  different filler(chemicals for binding the drug,color) may be used.  This may cause you to feel the medication is not working as well.  There are several options.  You can ask to get the brand name. Your doctor will have to write on the prescription “No substitution” The insurance will probably label it a third tier drug which means , you will have pay most of the cost.  You can ask the pharmacist if there is the same generic medication manufactured from a different company.

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