I am happy to use generic prescription drugs when they are available. I have to admit, however, that I have found myself wondering about whether the content of generic over-the-counter drugs really truly is the same in all cases.
I usually use ibuprofen for my headaches or muscle aches. In this case, it seems the brand name works better for me. I don't think it can be the power of suggestion because I WANT the generic to work better, lol, and in other cases it does. Can there be differences in formula that account for the way a generic works in your system?
BTW I don't have this trouble with generic aspirin, or generic prescription drugs. Just the store-brand ibuprofen. Am I nuts?
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I am happy to use generic prescription drugs when they are available. I have to admit, however, that I have found myself wondering about whether the content of generic over-the-counter drugs really truly is the same in all cases.
I usually use ibuprofen for my headaches or muscle aches. In this case, it seems the brand name works better for me. I don't think it can be the power of suggestion because I WANT the generic to work better, lol, and in other cases it does. Can there be differences in formula that account for the way a generic works in your system?
BTW I don't have this trouble with generic aspirin, or generic prescription drugs. Just the store-brand ibuprofen. Am I nuts?
December 4, 2008 - 9:10amThis Comment
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