Tag: generic drugs
- February 10 2026
- 12 Comments
- Daryl Gardner
Medical Authority: Why Doctors Recommend Generics and How Patients Accept Them
Doctors know generics work just as well as brand-name drugs-but patient trust, appearance changes, and old habits still hold back adoption. Here’s why generics save money, improve adherence, and how doctors can help patients accept them.
- February 4 2026
- 12 Comments
- Daryl Gardner
How to Compare Online Pharmacy Prices for Generic Medications
Learn how to compare prices for generic medications across online pharmacies using tools like GoodRx. Discover tips for saving up to 30% on prescriptions and avoid common pitfalls when shopping for medications online.
- January 29 2026
- 10 Comments
- Daryl Gardner
When to Report Rare Side Effects from Generic Medications
Learn when and how to report rare side effects from generic medications. Understand FDA guidelines, what counts as serious, and how your report can help prevent harm to others.
- January 3 2026
- 13 Comments
- Daryl Gardner
Doctor Attitudes Toward Generic Drugs: What Providers Really Think
Doctors prescribe more generic drugs than ever, but many still doubt their effectiveness. Learn why provider attitudes vary, how education shapes prescribing habits, and what's being done to build trust in generics.
- December 24 2025
- 11 Comments
- Daryl Gardner
Keeping a Medication Journal: Tracking Your Response to Generic Medications
Track your body's response when switching to generic medications with a simple medication journal. Learn what to record, when it matters most, and how to use your data to talk to your doctor.
- December 23 2025
- 13 Comments
- Daryl Gardner
Placebo Effect with Generics: Why Perception Affects Medication Outcomes
Why do some people feel generics don't work as well as brand-name drugs-even when they're identical? The answer lies in perception, not chemistry. This is how the placebo and nocebo effects shape real health outcomes.
- December 17 2025
- 8 Comments
- Daryl Gardner
Managing Different Doses in Combination Products: A Practical Guide to Therapeutic Equivalence
Therapeutic equivalence in combination products ensures safe substitution of generics, but dose differences and inactive ingredients can affect outcomes. Learn how to navigate FDA ratings, NTI risks, and real-world substitution pitfalls.
- December 16 2025
- 9 Comments
- Daryl Gardner
Why Generic Combination Products Improve Patient Compliance
Generic combination products simplify treatment by merging multiple medications into one dose or device, improving adherence and cutting costs. They work just as well as brand-name versions and are changing how chronic conditions are managed.
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