Posted by Fred23 on June 12, 2004, at 21:06:42
In reply to Re: Generic Ativan (lorazepam) vs real Xanax » Fred23, posted by chemist on June 12, 2004, at 17:13:25
> hi there, sorry for the mess. you can request the brand name (from upjohn) BUT your doctor must write the script for Xanax (not alprazolam) and indicate ``Dispense as Written,'' (DAW), otherwise the pharmacy will default to generic because your insurance company goes to generic unless you specify DAW (well, they can't go generic on drugs that are off-patent, of course). so, give it a try.....all the best, chemist
Clarification: My question is whether *I* can ask for DAW Ativan at the pharmacy, even though the prescription is for generic. I'd pay the higher co-pay willingly, to be able to test the name brand for one refill cycle, to see if there is a difference.
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