My doctor prescribed me Dexilant for reflux disease. Is there something
cheaper I can take?
Sure, doctors have a bad habit of always prescribing newer medications.
This is very common among GPs in Canada. The chief reason is that they are
courted by drug reps who offer them BS gimmicks and free dinners. There are
several generic versions of Proton pump inhibitors available. These are just as
effective as any newer PPI. In fact, you can now buy prilosec and prevacid over
the counter at 1/4th the price. Remember, newer is not always better. Medicine
is a business and just like newer iphones and ipads, newer medications come and
go. Most are no more effective than older medications.
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