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My Story: Generic Medicines Gave Me a Second Chance!

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Why did I write this post ??? I DON'T WANT TO DO ANY AGITATION or PROMOTION, I just share my USEFUL EXPERIENCE and I really want this information to be useful not only to me, but also to other people who sometimes need medicines as often as oxygen.

Hello and I wish everyone a great mood! I'm Alexi, 50 years old, I have type 2 diabetes, but 3 years ago My life changed dramatically when I was diagnosed with Cancer.

At first time I had Panic Attacks, Depression and Despair, But the Doctors reassured me and said that pharmacology is now at a high level, and modern medicines are able to almost completely minimize negative symptoms and make my life easier.

But the peace of mind did not last long when I calculated the total cost of treatment for my problem. Agree, you cannot save on health, and any high price of a medicine is justified if you buy 1-2 packs ... But I was prescribed several courses of different medicines, the total price of which caused me a real horror!

After completing the 1st Course of Medication, I felt relief, but I could not get out of my head the thought that several years of my treatment could drive my family into big debts. Honestly, I even despaired a little, and thought that it would be better to die as soon as possible, so as not to torment myself with bad thoughts.

In Last Hope, I asked a friend of our family for advice, he works as a therapist (for many years suffering from asthma and overweight, and his wife has cancer). And I could not even think that in addition to moral support, he would open up a new word for me - GENERIC MEDICATIONS!

Of course, I heard this word more than once, as Generic Drugs, but it never really bothered me, and the only association I had was CHEAP COPY. But in fact, everything turned out to be much more interesting!

My friend is a therapist and he told me his story when he discovered generics. Due to overweight problems, he has chronic asthma, as well as weak potency, and from time to time he has to buy medicines for potency and asthma. To this list were added his wife's medications (for cancer and diabetes) - And for such a number of medications you need to allocate a "decent amount" every month. And he had no choice but to look for other, more relevant ways to find suitable medications. As a result, he developed an interest of his own in the study of alternative medicines, and after a long study of information, forums and medical documents, he decided to try a generic, and here's why:

1) Generic Drugs have ABSOLUTELY IDENTICAL COMPOSITION, active substance, principle of action as in branded drugs. And also Generic has exactly the same properties, the same side effects as the brand.

2) Generics are 2 to 10 times cheaper than branded ones. They allow you to REALLY SAVE up to 80%!

When I first heard about this, I had a stupor: if Generic and Brand have the same composition and form of release and act in the same way, then why are generics several times cheaper ??? Is this a conspiracy? =))

As it turned out, the answer lies on the surface and is easier than I thought.

In fact, the price of the brand is several times higher due to additional costs, which include (drug development + clinical trials + final trials + patenting + licensing + marketing campaign + trademark) - and the final price of the produced drug increases several times.

Generic medications went the simpler way - they took a ready-made brand medicine - and completely recreated its composition - creating an EXACT COPY - bypassing the high costs of Marketing, Brand Name and Others.

I will now show you a specific example:

*** (This Information IS NOT AN ADVERTISEMENT or PROMOTION, It Is Taken From Open Sources FOR AN EXAMPLE To Show How Generics Work) ***

One of the Worldwide Known Coronavirus Vaccine Producers, "AstraZene##", last year entered into an agreement with the Indian Serum Institute for the production of its covid vaccine. "Indian AstraZene##" received the local name "CoviShie##". Apart from India, AstraZene## vaccines are also produced in South Korea. Both manufacturers have been approved by the WHO. In other words, "CoviShie##" is the Indian Generic Version of the Brand Vaccine "AstraZene##" - They have the same composition and principle of action, the only difference is the Name.

The situation is exactly the same with other drugs - India is the world leader in pharmaceuticals and drug production - and most of the generics are produced in India (like most other drugs under different brands - much cheaper and more profitable for branded production in countries with cheap capacities) ... India values its reputation very much, which is why all generics produced undergo clinical trials for compliance with the original brand).

THE MAIN DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BRANDED DRUG AND GENERIC MEDICINE IS THE PRICE! (Extra charge!) (Pharmaceuticals is the Most Profitable Business in the World, and have you ever heard that someone would refuse Super-Profits?).

IT'S NOT A SECRET FOR ANYONE That Treating Doctors * (not all, but most of them), Closely Cooperate with Pharmaceutical manufacturers, and often prescribe Medicines to their patients, lobbying other people's interests (of course, BRANDS, because from prescribing Generics they will hardly get commission). What To Do In This Situation?

Can generics be purchased without visiting a doctor?

Generic Medicine Solved And This Problem - There Is An Absolutely White, And Legal Scheme How To Get Generic Medicines Without Going To A Doctor, And Without A Prescription: Some verified online pharmacies where you can buy medicines - all orders are processed by real licensed doctors who are absolutely legal and do not violate any rules and laws, have the right to prescribe medicines to the patient, considering his application through the web form. And in 4-6 days I will receive my medicines anywhere in the USA and Europe.

To summarize: About two years ago I discovered Generic Drugs! And I will tell you sincerely they made me happy!

I can compare generic drugs to the New Year's Sale of branded items - when a brand that I love so much costs space money, and suddenly with a sale -70% you get it at a more adequate price.

I tried very hard and was worried when I wrote this post -AND IF HE HELPS at least one PERSON, THIS IS ALREADY VICTORY !! I wish you all a speedy recovery from all your ailments!

Unfortunately, at this moment, most people looking for affordable drugs are inexperienced, and many have not even heard of the existence of generics due to the small amount of information available.

More Info About Generic Medication (F.D.A.):

bit.ly/3gaKoIB

"In the United States, 9 out of 10 prescriptions filled are for generic drugs. Increasing the availability of generic drugs helps to create competition in the marketplace, which then helps to make treatment more affordable and increases access to healthcare for more patients. "

Intresting Facts About Generi Drugs (HealthNet):[

bit.ly/3gaKoIB

I wish you all happiness and a speedy recovery from all ailments!

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Medicines information Copied from nhs.uk

This page explains the different types of medicine, the difference between branded drugs and generics, and how the medicines become available.

Which medicines can I buy without prescription?

Some medicines for minor illnesses can be bought over the counter without a prescription, so you can treat yourself without needing to see a GP.

Simple painkillers and cough remedies, for example, can be bought directly from supermarkets and other stores.

Other types of medicine, such as eyedrops or emergency contraception, are available without a prescription but need a pharmacist's supervision, so are only available to buy from behind the pharmacy counter.

Prescription-only medicines, such as antibiotics, must be prescribed by a qualified health professional.

This may be a GP, hospital doctor, dentist, nurse, pharmacist, optometrist, physiotherapist or podiatrist.

Buying medicines online

You can also buy medicines over the internet. But be very careful if you do this, as many websites sell fake medicines.

Online medicines aren't regulated and ingredients in them can vary. They may cause unpleasant side effects or may not be suitable for you.

It's best to see your GP before buying medicines online as they know your medical history and can advise you whether the medicine would be suitable.

If you choose to buy medicines online, ensure that:

any online pharmacy is registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

any online doctor service is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and the General Medical Council (GMC)

Brand names versus generics

Many medicines have at least 2 different names:

the brand name – created by the pharmaceutical company that made the medicine

the generic name – the name of the active ingredient in the medicine

For example, sildenafil is the generic name of a medicine used to treat erectile dysfunction. But the company that makes sildenafil, Pfizer, sells it under the brand name Viagra.

Companies take out exclusive rights called patents on each new drug they discover. If a company has a patent on a drug, only that company can market it under their brand name once it's been granted a licence.

Once the patent expires, other manufacturers can market generic versions. The generic versions will be the same as the branded medicine because they contain the same active ingredients.

They are used more often by the NHS because they're just as effective but cost far less. It's similar to buying branded goods or a supermarket's own label – the supermarket's version is usually cheaper.

If the name of your prescription medicine keeps changing, it might be because you're being given the generic version rather than the branded one.

How new medicines become available

Licensed medicines

Before any new medicine can be used to treat people in the UK, it goes through a strictly monitored development process.

This involves researching the medicine in the lab and testing it in clinical trials. After passing the clinical trials, a licence will be granted before it can be made available for wider use.

Read more about clinical trials.

Licences are only granted if strict safety and quality standards are met. In the UK, licences are granted by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA).

Licences confirm the health condition the medicine should be used for and the recommended dosage.

This can be found in the information leaflet that comes with the medicine. The dosage instructions are usually on the label of the medicine packet.

Unlicensed medicines

Sometimes a healthcare professional may recommend that you take an off-label or unlicensed medicine.

Off-label use means that the medicine isn't licensed for treatment of your condition. But the medicine will have a licence to treat another condition and will have undergone clinical trials for this.

Your doctor may recommend an unlicensed medication if they think it will treat your condition effectively and the benefits are greater than any risks.

Safety of medicines

No medicine is completely risk free, but the MHRA and EMA try to ensure any medicine approved for treating people in the UK is as safe as possible.

Medicines continue to be carefully regulated after they've been licensed. This involves checking for problems and previously unknown side effects.

In rare cases, medicines may be withdrawn if there are serious safety concerns or the risks of the medicines outweigh the benefits.

You can help the MHRA monitor the safety of medicines by reporting any suspected side effects to the Yellow Card Scheme. Reports can also be made on behalf of someone you're caring for.

Page last reviewed: 17 December 2020

Next review due: 17 December 2023