I had been taking a beige colored oblong pill but after the change, the pill was white and round. I assumed it's the same thing, but after a couple of weeks, I wondered why my symptoms returned. It dawned on me that maybe it was that the new pill just didn't work as well for me. Luckily, I found another pharmacy (Walmart) which carried the oblong pills. I began taking those, and in about a week, I returned to myself, mostly symptom free. Unfortunately, with my last prescription, Walmart also gave me the round pills which of course I didn't realize until I was home. I began with the round pills (thinking I might as well try them again). I'm back to increased symptoms and scared. QUESTION: Is this a real thing? Does a manufacturer's formula differ from another's formula even though it's for the same generic medicine? I'm not sure what to do about it. Thanks in advance for any advice
A few years ago, my pharmacy changed the manufacturer of my sertraline. I take 150 mg/daily.
Question posted by bonzo408 on 13 Aug 2024
Last updated on 14 August 2024
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Hi, bonzo!
The drug is the same but different manufacturers use different fillers... binding agents, colouring agents, and so on. People have reported that certain products don't seem to as effective and this may be due to the fillers. It may be poor absorption of the drug.
The big chain pharmacies are tougher but a smaller local one will often stock a special product for you.
You could also ask your provider for a script that specifies the brand you like with no substitutions.
Regards and good luck to you.
Thank you, Wildcat!
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