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Posted by DanielJ on October 6, 2006, at 8:33:57
My son has schizophrenia, he has been taking Zyprexa and Zoloft for three years. 2 weeks ago our Pdoc said generic Zoloft was available here so I went to Sam's and gave them our scrip.. I expressed my doubts about the generic version because I had read of problems with it. The Pharamacist was helpful and told me he could do a partial refill for a test.
We started it right away and before long he seemed more angry and volatile than usual. After 2 weeks my wife and I both agree that somthing has changed. We are putting him back on regular Zoloft to see if he improves. We will keep you posted
Posted by Squiggles on October 6, 2006, at 9:16:13
In reply to Generic Zoloft problems Not as effective?, posted by DanielJ on October 6, 2006, at 8:33:57
I'd be interested to see the results;
personally, i have noticed a difference
in potency in clonazepam (less in generic)
and had a serious episode with a generic
lithium. Some people swear that they are
chemically identical, but who knows-- maybe
the variability depends on the lab or
the country they come from, and even the drug.good luck
p.s. nice of your pharmacist to help;Squiggles
Posted by Phillipa on October 6, 2006, at 10:23:44
In reply to Re: Generic Zoloft problems Not as effective? » DanielJ, posted by Squiggles on October 6, 2006, at 9:16:13
Klonopin they say is definatately not the same. So zoloft is generic now too? Love Phillipa
Posted by SLS on October 6, 2006, at 11:02:02
In reply to Re: Generic Zoloft problems Not as effective? » Squiggles, posted by Phillipa on October 6, 2006, at 10:23:44
> Klonopin they say is definatately not the same. So zoloft is generic now too? Love Phillipa
It's those darned binders and fillers.
- Scott
Posted by HappyGirl on October 6, 2006, at 17:25:35
In reply to Generic Zoloft problems Not as effective?, posted by DanielJ on October 6, 2006, at 8:33:57
Hi:
I've been on both brand and generic version of Wellbutrin SR 150mg.In my knowledge, there are several generic versions. At the beginning of a change to 'generic,' I noticed a slight difference in regard to potency, even cosmetic aspect, 'color.'
Afterwards, I went to a reputable drug store to fill a generic version of Wellbutrin SR 150mg. that has been saving me since. Then, in my suggestion, try to get a scrip filled from a reputable drug store you are able to find in your area.
H.G.
Posted by Phillipa on October 6, 2006, at 20:02:15
In reply to Re: Generic Zoloft problems Not as effective?, posted by SLS on October 6, 2006, at 11:02:02
Scott I know isn't it 20% either weaker or stronger? Love Jan
Posted by BIGDaddyachmed69 on October 7, 2006, at 1:39:17
In reply to Generic Zoloft problems Not as effective?, posted by DanielJ on October 6, 2006, at 8:33:57
> My son has schizophrenia, he has been taking Zyprexa and Zoloft for three years. 2 weeks ago our Pdoc said generic Zoloft was available here so I went to Sam's and gave them our scrip.. I expressed my doubts about the generic version because I had read of problems with it. The Pharamacist was helpful and told me he could do a partial refill for a test.
> We started it right away and before long he seemed more angry and volatile than usual. After 2 weeks my wife and I both agree that somthing has changed. We are putting him back on regular Zoloft to see if he improves. We will keep you postedMy mother felt that the generic was less effect as well. We spoke to our psychiatrist about it, and according to him their are currently two pharmaceutical companies that manufacture the generic version of Zoloft. Greenstone manufactures Zoloft for Pfizer in addition to manufacturing generic sertraline (Zoloft). Ask for Greenstone if you decide to go with the generic version, as it's the same product only it's not as expensive. The other pharmaceutical company is israeli according to my psychiatrist, I believe the name is Teva or sommething like that. The pills are larger. This is what my mother was given, as well as your son I would assume.
Posted by Phillipa on October 7, 2006, at 19:52:11
In reply to Re: Generic Zoloft problems Not as effective? » SLS, posted by Phillipa on October 6, 2006, at 20:02:15
Greenstone also makes the real deal xanax my pharmacist said why buy the real at such cost when greenstone is part of the same company. And they use the same fillers so the same med at generic cost. Love Phillipa
Posted by DanielJ on October 7, 2006, at 22:07:17
In reply to Re: Generic Zoloft problems Not as effective?, posted by Phillipa on October 7, 2006, at 19:52:11
So far it appears we were correct about the Zoloft the large 100 mg oval generics are less effective than the Brand Name pills
Posted by ctjalsma on October 20, 2006, at 10:49:32
In reply to Generic Zoloft problems Not as effective?, posted by DanielJ on October 6, 2006, at 8:33:57
I take 100mg of Zoloft and have found consistent relief and predictable side-effects (such as mild gastro.) Well, I have been feeling a relapse of axitey symptons this month, along with a noticable absence of gastro side effects. I've been thinking to myself, what is going on? This morning I took a closer look at my Zoloft tablets. Guess what? A generic substitute, and my phamacist didn't even mention it. Apperently Teva makes nice sandles, but drugs are not thier forté. Kidding, I hope.
Posted by Squiggles on October 20, 2006, at 11:05:52
In reply to Re: Generic Zoloft problems Not as effective?, posted by ctjalsma on October 20, 2006, at 10:49:32
> I take 100mg of Zoloft and have found consistent relief and predictable side-effects (such as mild gastro.) Well, I have been feeling a relapse of axitey symptons this month, along with a noticable absence of gastro side effects. I've been thinking to myself, what is going on? This morning I took a closer look at my Zoloft tablets. Guess what? A generic substitute, and my phamacist didn't even mention it. Apperently Teva makes nice sandles, but drugs are not thier forté. Kidding, I hope.
I have had mishaps with generics, drug interactions, dosages, inappropriate prescribing, you name it; i think that what you see in the medical field may be just a partial reflection of a marketing world in transition. Having a computer is a real luxury today. Unfortunately, some people still think it's the devil's right hand (apologies for the Steve Earle ref.).
At least this mishaps is to your advantage. And to give the pharmacist the benefit of the doubt, the generics *are* said to be identical to non-.
Squiggles
Posted by allisonm on October 27, 2006, at 9:50:10
In reply to Re: Generic Zoloft problems Not as effective?, posted by ctjalsma on October 20, 2006, at 10:49:32
I find the generic the same as the brand name.
Posted by Squiggles on October 27, 2006, at 9:57:40
In reply to Re: Generic Zoloft problems Not as effective?, posted by allisonm on October 27, 2006, at 9:50:10
I think that in the case of
"Narrow Therapeutic Index" drugs
or drugs whose dose is critical
in treatment, there should be a warning or a ban
on generic versions. That way, neither
the dr. nor the patient has to worry.Squiggles
Posted by Phillipa on October 27, 2006, at 20:16:53
In reply to Re: Generic Zoloft problems Not as effective? » allisonm, posted by Squiggles on October 27, 2006, at 9:57:40
Squiggles excellent idea!!!!!Love Phillipa
Posted by anchordi on February 7, 2007, at 10:34:43
In reply to Generic Zoloft problems Not as effective?, posted by DanielJ on October 6, 2006, at 8:33:57
I have been having vertigo side effects since switching to generic Zoloft. I searched and found this site because I wanted to know if the generic Zoloft was truly the same chemical makeup of the original, or if, as most who know me will tell you, I'm just nuts. I have been on Zoloft for most of the last 9 years, 200 mg per day (max recommended dosage) and have looked forward to the availability of a generic. I always have chosen generic, do not have any mental negative feelings about them, etc. But I have gone off Zoloft for short periods twice, and the vertigo is almost unbearable. The second time I decided to try going off it, it took 2 months of dosage reduction, and I still had the vertigo which took a three weeks to subside even after completely taking none. I've been having the vertigo problems and figured it must be from something else, but I looked and my generic is the TEVA which a post here stated was thought to be less effective. Based on the last 3 months and my continued vertigo (which is a very disturbing symptom) I'm convinced that it is less effective/lower dose, whatever. Even when I have gone down to 150 mg, or even 100 mg Zoloft, my vertigo would be tapered off by now (3 months) but it continues, so my hunch is that the generic is not only lower dose, but somehow different in chemical makeup. I'm going to try the generic greenstone as one post suggested and I'll let this group know of the outcome. Thanks all.
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