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Is there any difference between generic medicines and normal (prescribed brand's) medicines.
Why some people deny to take generic medicines?
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There is lot of difference in the cost.
So many top Pharma Companies in India have their Generic Division. So their medicines meet all standards.
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Yes, there is difference of 80;20. Due to restrictions of cost because of government policy, profit margins very less, so honesty is not possible.
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Kindly discuss for your concern
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Hello, yes there are differences between the two. Mainly differs in quality, adverse effects, flavours etc. though both work the same.
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People are concerned of their efficacy in illness as their safety is the prime issue.
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Cost wise, generic ones are much cheaper than the branded ones. However, FDA approved generic medicines could be taken without any second thought.
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