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What do you suggest if my doctor gave me a prescription for a brand-name drug. he must think that a generic drug is not right for me?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Would ask: If you don't wish the cost of a brand name med, the pharmacist could call the physician to see if change to the generic version would be approved. Take care.

Dr Anyanwu agreed

Answered 5/10/2015

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A member asked:

What do you suggest if my doctor gave me a prescription for a brand-name drug. he must think that a generic drug is not right for me?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Anyanwu agreed

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