The FDA applies manufacturing standards to the generic medicines as well. The generic medicines are cheaper than others. Some people have a concern that the generic medicines may not be as effective as brand names. Moreover, effectiveness of generics is not as aggressively advertised as the brand names. Some medications in which brand mixing may not be good ideas are: cyclosporine, digoxin, coumadin, phenytoin, etc. Discuss the possibility of using a generic with your doctor.

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