klonopin

Hi My name is Sean and I am on klonopin. I was switched to a diffrent generic and I don't feel the same as when I was on the other one. The brand is Actavis US, Could this  be in my head, could it be the same or could this generic be not as good as others. Also I've been having a little bit of sweating, could this be a cause? And I'm only on one type  Konopin the 2mg 3 times a day Actavis US. If anyone is experienced in this please help me with some answers. Thanks

[M4Y0U]

No it may not be in your head. When a drug have been out long enough the other companies can make a generic of the drug. It's like a copyright law for music which is 50 years but in the pharmaceutical business it is 20 years. When a drug have been on the market for 20 years the drug is available to any labs and they can make generic of the drug. While the chemical you get is the same there are sometimes subtle difference especially regarding the quality of the product.

For example not so long ago someone had a problem when both the OP and a relative were switched from Effexor to a generic from Israel. They both experienced the drug wasn't doing the trick anymore. You bet, the Israel generic was way cheaper...

I suggest you go back on the good old brand name Klonopin. You have the right to ask for a brand name instead of a generic.

M4

[sean511]

Thank You for your response. I ust got it filled 5 days ago so I have to deal with it. I'm on Medicare and medicare can I get the brand if I have this insurance. Also I have a refill what should I do? Thanks again for your help

[M4Y0U]

I don't know anything about Medicare since I'm from Canada. If Medicare pay for the brand name then go back to the pharmacy and get the brand name. If they don't pay then it's your choice to pay, maybe they can cover some of the price.

M4