Description:
FLECTOR Patch delivers a prescription-strength nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), diclofenac epolamine, from the patch into the skin.It is indicated for the topical treatment of acute (short-term) pain due to minor strains, sprains, and contusions (bruises).
Product Code: 11420
Overall  4.00 Quality  4.00 Value for money 4.00 Reviewer: Jeanne T. Location: Bethesda Written on: January 31, 2015 | Relief from bladder pain These patches, along with oral medication, are often what allow me to get some sleep on nights when my interstitial cystitis is acting up. But very expensive. Do not understand why insurance pays for oral pain killers but not these patches. ✓ I recommend this product 3 of 4 people found this review helpful.    |
What is a Generic Drug?
A generic drug is a copy of the brand-name drug with the same dosage, safety, strength, quality, consumption method, performance, and intended use. Before generics become available on the market, the generic company must prove it has the same active ingredients as the brand-name drug and works in the same way and in the same amount of time in the body.
The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.
Generics are less expensive because generic manufacturers don't have to invest large sums of money to develop a drug. When the brand-name patent expires, generic companies can manufacture a copy of the brand-name and sell it at a substantial discount.
