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We recently had this issue with generic substitution with our daughter. It was her first prescription and I had asked for Concerta but the pharmacy substituted the generic without telling us! I didn’t realize for weeks until my mother asked if I was sure the script was right. I was furious that the pharmacy had done this and upon calling them was given a line about it being the law in N.S.. My Doctor was frustrated as well. We have since had a “no substitutes” script filled and noticed a definite improvement in release time as expected. If I hadn’t known the difference I would have asked for an increase in dosage, and may have ended up one of those people over-medicating their kids in an attempt to get the effect of Concerta extended release. How are we supposed to make informed decisions about these meds. if the pharmacist can switch them around and not even tell us! She claimed ignorance of the issue by the way. She said she hadn’t had any complaints and wasn’t aware of any issues. When you hear of kids having adverse reactions to these medications I have to wonder if anyone really has their facts straight!!
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