Generic Viagra is produced worldwide by different manufacturers.
However, finding information about these manufacturers can be difficult
due to the rather defensive nature of Pfizer regarding its patent
of the use of sildenafil for erectile dysfunction.
In this writer's opinion, and many others will agree, generic products
are a necessity in order to keep prices to the ground which allows
more people to enjoy the benefits of such products. Many manufacturers
are calling for a re-examination of Pfizer Viagra patent in the
U.S., England, India and elsewhere in the world.
The Price Is Right
Compare the prices on our cheap
viagra list and you will be amazed at the difference.
For example the most expensive 100mg Generic Viagra pill costs only
$3.30 while the CHEAPEST 100mg Brand Pfizer Viagra costs $8.84,
more then double the generic price.
Remember that Pfizer, and any original maker for that matter, bases
their prices on the cost of branding the name of their product and
not on manufacturing or distribution costs.
Safety of Use
Generic manufacturers turn out exactly the same product as brandname
producers. Many of you readers have taken generic antibiotics or
other medications before. However, if you are overly concerned about
side effects, taking Pfizer's Viagra is definitely the most reliable
in terms of available information, consumer assistance and testing.
One can know exactly who to turn to if in need of advice, or when
experiencing some unexpected some side effect. Generic Viagra producers,
unlike many other drug manufacturers, generally do not make any
guarantees. In many cases you could end up not finding a hotline
when needed. Due to Pfizer protecting it interest the brandname
Viagra, it has close down generic manufacturers on a routine basis
in messy court battles. Many cases are currently pending.
If you have taken brandname Viagra without any problems, generics
could be the right choice for you. We advise patients with new presciptions
err on the side of caution and stick with the brandname product
to ensure initial safety of use so that they have the support resources
available to them.
Buying Cheaper Viagra doesn't mean buying
a lesser quality Viagra.
Is there a difference between name-brand drug and a generic
drug?
Each drug has two names, one is the Name-Brand drug that was chosen
by the pharmaceutical manufacturer which developed it and marketed
the drug under that name. The generic name is usually after it’s
most important biochemical ingredient.
In most cases, the manufacturer of the drug has registered a patent
on the drug and it’s brand name, so that only the manufacturer
can promote, sell and distribute that brand name drug anywhere in
the world. Since many countries have no rules regarding the creation
of a generic drug, it may still be developed, produced and distributed
by other pharmaceutical companies around the world only under a
different name, either under it’s chemical (generic)
name or under a new brand name.
Generic drugs are made from the same active ingredients and the
same dosages as the brand name drug.
Does a generic drug have the same effect as name-brand drug?
• Both generic and name-brand drugs contain the same ingredients.
• Both Generic and name-brand drugs contain the same dosage
of ingredients.
• Generic drugs manufacturers have to prove the FDA that their
generic drug has the same medical effect as the name-brand drugs.
• The generic drug is approved only after it is proven that
both generic and name-brand drug have the same treatment
effect and the same efficiency and safety.
Is it safe to take generic drug?
If you take a practical approach, notice that generic drugs are
used by millions of patients and as of yet no generic drug has been
taken off the shelf. They all are made of the same active ingredients
and have the same effect on a patients’ body.
Why is the generic drug cheaper than the name-brand drug?
The pharmaceutical manufacturer that owns the registered name-brand
drug markets its product thus giving it a higher cost. Advertising
increases people awareness and visability in pharmacies all over
the world. Also, the manufacturer which developed the drug is trying
to recoup some of its development costs.
The Generic drug manufacturers do not have to brand their product
name and therefore only have the expenses of distribution and manufacturing
of the drug. They can afford to sell their drugs at a lower rate
in order to increase sales.
Is the more expensive name-brand drug of a better
quality?
No! “Most people believe that if something costs more,
it has to be of better quality. In the case of generic drugs this
is not true.” Gary Buhler, Director of the FDA office
of generic drugs.
To read the full article about generic drugs versus name-brand drugs
from the FDA site click here
Who makes generic drugs?
Some of the generic drugs are manufactured by the same pharmaceutical
companies that make brand drugs, but are packed differently while
other generic drugs are produced by other pharmaceutical companies
specializing in the manufacturing of generics. All prescription
drug manufacturers must meet rigid FDA, WHO and GMP approval.
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