How can you get Generics that are not available in the United States yet? Are they safe?
Most countries don’t allow drug companies to keep their drugs on patent as long as our country does. Medications are generally released from patent globally before they are released from patent here. Yes, generic drugs are safe. To get approval, a generic-drug maker must prove that its product contains the identical active ingredient as its brand-name counterpart and that the drug is “bioequivalent”, meaning as much active ingredient enters and leaves the bloodstream as fast or as slowly. Generics that meet those criteria should have the same therapeutic effect as brand-name drugs. Generics contain the same active ingredients as their brand name counterparts, the appearance may be slightly different but the active ingredients are the same. An example of this would be Bayer Aspirin, St Joseph Aspirin or Walgreen’s Aspirin, they are all Aspirin.
Can I get a generic prescription drug if my doctor has written my prescription using the brand name?
Yes, you may order a generic equivalent of your drug as long as the doctor has not specifically written you must get the brand only or no substitution permitted. The way doctors write prescriptions vary greatly so if you have questions about how your prescription is written; just call us and ask.
Are Generic Drugs safe?
Yes, generic drugs are safe!