Having trouble receiving the authorized generic Concerta—again? Well, you’re in the right place. I’ve been covering this issue for six years (see list of posts). Today I nailed down the latest details. But be warned: …
The generic medication industry makes headlines this month. That’s thanks to the investigations of journalist Katherine Eban. She is the author of Bottle of Lies: The Inside Story of the Generic Drug Boom. Generics are long …
Update 6/10/19: This post still explains details around what constitutes a generic. But with the introduction of at least four more Concerta generics, I have written a new post: Authorized Generic Concerta Update: Yet Another …
Consumer Alert: Three New Concerta Generics as Janssen/Actavis Deal Ends Read More »
Update: New Concerta generics have been released more recently. For more information: Consumer Alert: Three New Concerta Generics as Janssen/Actavis Deal Ends Still, the stories below are important reminders of what happens when a …
Sound Off: Users of Downgraded Concerta Generics Read More »
Here is my comprehensive report on the Concerta generics downgraded by the FDA in 2016. It explains many facts consumers need to understand about generics, consumer rights/options, and more. BUT WAIT! Three new generics for Concerta …
The best news! The FDA announced today that the two approved generic versions of Concerta manufactured by Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals and Kudco have been downgraded. It’s horrifying that so many people have already been adversely affected, …
This past weekend, I presented at the CADDAC ADHD conference in Vancouver, where I learned that Canadians are dealing with their own generic Concerta. CADDAC stands for Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada; it is …
To all ADHD Roller Coaster blog readers who took the time to complete the FDA’s complaint form after experiencing adverse effects from the new Concerta generics: Good job! You have helped to place these generics …
We Did It! Concerta Generics on FDA MedWatch List Read More »
Please also see my latest comprehensive post on this topic: Consumer Q&A on Concerta Generics. Why the concern about the new generics for Concerta? I’ll tell you. It can take much trial and error …
NOTE: This later post provides a comprehensive review on this topic: “Consumer Q&A on Concerta Generics.” As promised, I’m following up with more details on the various generic Concerta products. The record number of comments …
