THE VICTORY PATIENT GUIDE
Generic medicines. Understand the essentials.
A familiar medicine can arrive with a different name or appearance. Learn what FDA approval means for generic medicines and what to ask about your own prescription.
FDA-approved generics must match their brand-name counterparts in active ingredient, strength, dosage form and route of administration. They must meet the same scientific quality standards.
What can look different?
Color, shape and some inactive ingredients can differ. If a medicine looks unfamiliar, ask the pharmacist to confirm the product. Mention allergies, new side effects or concerns about a change.
Compare the cost for your prescription.
Generics often cost less, but a generic version is not available for every prescription medicine. Ask about your available options and the amount you would pay with your current coverage.
- Is a generic version available for this prescription?
- What would I pay for the available options?
- Does my prescription or insurance require any follow-up?
- Has the manufacturer changed since my last refill?
Have these details ready when you call.
Call Victory at (818) 859-7040 with the medicine name, strength and current prescription insurance information. If your refill looks different, keep its label handy. The team can check the product and explain any next step for your prescription.