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Are you paying too much for your medications?
Why should I consider generic drugs?
- Generic drugs save you money. They cost less and those savings are passed directly to you.
- Generic drugs are the same as their brand-name counterparts in safety, dosage, strength and effectiveness.
- Generic drugs are approved by the Food and Drug Administration.
Is there a generic medication to treat my medical condition?
- Generic drugs are available to treat many common medical conditions.
- If there's no generic version of your brand-name drug, a comparable drug may be available as a generic alternative.
- Talk to your doctor about the drugs you're taking to see if a generic drug is right for you.
| Chronic Condition |
Brand Name |
Generic Alternative |
Drug Cost Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heartburn | Nexium | Omeprazole | $128 |
| Insomnia | Lunesta | Zolpidem | $121 |
| Depression | Cymbalta | Citalopram | $104 |
| Cholesterol | Crestor | Simvastatin | $88 |
Find a complete list of generic alternatives, at www.providence.org/php/pharmacy and click on "Effective Generics Options."
Get a coupon for a free prescription
If you're being treated for high cholesterol or heartburn, we can help you save money. Talk to your doctor about switching to simvastatin or omperazole. If it's right for you, you can download a coupon for a free 90-day prescription! www.providence.org/php/coupon.
Pharmacy Mail Order
Learn more about the Walgreens and Wellpartner mail order services.
