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This morning when Paul bought his cholesterol pills, he paid $13 less than he usually does.
What was it?
A miracle?
No, it was nothing miraculous.
It’s just that this morning, Paul asked his pharmacist for the generic version of
the drug.
And if he keeps doing that, he’ll be $156 richer by the end of the year, at no cost
to his health.
Generic drugs are just as effective as brand name drugs.
They contain the same active ingredients, in the same amounts, and they are subject
to same federal standards for quality and effectiveness.
So what’s the difference?
Not much, just the shape, the colour and the price.
If you’re like Paul, and you want to pay less for your medications, ask your pharmacist:
"Can I have the generic drug, please?"