Generic drugs are drugs that
A) are effective but do not have the approval of Health Canada.
B) contain the same active ingredients as the brand name product but generally cost less money.
C) have different ingredients than the brand name product and generally cost more money.
D) require a prescription from your physician.

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Generic drugs contain the same active ingredients as the brand name product but typically cost less money. They have received approval from Health Canada and are considered safe and effective alternatives to brand name drugs. They do not necessarily require a prescription, as this depends on the specific drug and the jurisdiction in which it is being prescribed.

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