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Brand-Name vs. Generic OTC Medicine

Most generic medications usually have the same active ingredients as their brand-name counterparts -- often, they're even packaged to look similar -- but are less expensive. Are generic over-the-counter equivalents effective? What should you look for to ensure that you are getting the relief that you need without paying an arm and a leg?

Note:  This topic is intended for users to discuss the benefits and drawbacks of generic over-the-counter medicine. Click here to review or read about specific OTC medications.



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by codycat
 Dec 12 '00 COMPARING HERBAL MEDICATIONS TO PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
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by 4paws
 Aug 15 '00 Is it real or is it Memorex?
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by arielle
 Oct 04 '00 Do We Really Get What We Pay For? Feeling Better Fast
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by calwaone
 Jul 27 '00 Ingredients Are Pretty Clearly Marked!
THE LABEL IS CLEAR. COMPARE YOUR GENERIC TO THE BRAND-NAME, INGREDIENT BY INGREDIENT. IF THERE IS NO GENERIC (PRESCRIPTION ONLY) GET IT FOR FREE!... read full review 		Very Helpful
by Renee_S.
 Aug 14 '00 Know Your MAO Inhibitors !
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by laserred
 Oct 03 '00 Brand drugs vs Generic drugs
Brand drugs is better than Generic drugs at any given time.... read full review 		Very Helpful
by DDemorest
 Aug 09 '00 What is the differance, really?
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by RCarte2000
 Aug 16 '00 Thrifty can be good!
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by Mecheby
 Jul 29 '00 Tylenol or Acetaminophen?
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by eatcha
 Oct 31 '00 In response to LISTEN TO YOUR DOCTOR.
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by newswriter001
 Aug 07 '00 Generic will work
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by Juley
 Aug 28 '00 Who wants to save money?
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by poisen
 Aug 05 '00 Any questions??? Visit your local Pharmacist!!!!
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by cjensen1
 Jun 21 '01 The same but different?
Buy the generic and save your dollars for when you fell better!... read full review 		Very Helpful
by tchoate
 Jul 25 '00 Same Thing, Different Wrapper
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