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Side effects from restarting meds that I didnt originally have?

Sat, 03/02/2019 - 09:22
I was on onfi, stopped bc I had to go generic and it was not helping so I discontinued but was able to get my hands on the name brand again about a month later. Now taking it I feel depressed and anxious. I had zero side effects when I first strted and it is a fricking miracle drug for me. What gives?

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At times the generic version

Submitted by GruGruxQueen on Wed, 2019-03-06 - 21:39
At times the generic version of a med won't work with people.  Insurance companies give you the generic version of a med because it's cheaper.  If you are having problems with the generic then have your dr say/write down on the prescription that you need the name brand.

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