Q: What is a Generic name and Brand name of Mercaptopurine ?
When a company develops a new Mercaptopurine , it gives the drug two names:* Generic name the chemical compound that makes up the drug
* Brand name what the manufacturer calls the Mercaptopurine productThe company patents the drug for 20 years giving them the exclusive and legal right to manufacture and market the drug. Q: If brand name Mercaptopurine and generic Mercaptopurine have the same active ingredients, why do they look different?
A: By trademark laws do not allow a generic Mercaptopurine to look exactly like the brand-name Mercaptopurine . However, a generic drug must duplicate the active ingredient. Flavors , colors , and certain other inactive ingredients may be different. Q: What is the effectiveness when I buy Mercaptopurine by generic name?
A: When your buy a generic Mercaptopurine , you can be sure that you're getting the quality medication ,as good as brands in terms of effectiveness , at a lower price because generic manufacturers don't have the investment costs of the developer of a new Mercaptopurine .Q: Can I get Mercaptopurine the medications available in the US?
A: No. We will not ship narcotic, scheduled drugs or controlled substances (such as Valium, Vicodin , etc.).