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De Facto Combinations: Why Taking Separate Generics Instead of FDCs Is Common - and Risky

De Facto Combinations: Why Taking Separate Generics Instead of FDCs Is Common - and Risky

Many patients take separate generic pills instead of fixed-dose combinations to save money or adjust doses. But this practice increases pill burden, reduces adherence, and skips safety testing. Here’s what you need to know.