[Caipirabob]

The only "RISK" here is because the generics will require three doses per day instead of one per day of the most current branded version which is still covered by patents. The "RISK" is only if the patient fails to take the medication as directed. That's not Obama's fault.

I'm not sure why you're attacking the Freepers above. I've seen directly where many generic drugs simply don't work the way that the name brand varieties do. The doctors administering to those patients did not recommend taking a higher dosage and in some cases specified the need for the name brand rather than risk the patient's health.

In life or death scenarios, there may not be the time to go through that routine.

OTOH, I like the suggestion to take more if the doctor sanctions it. They could always increase the dosage and prescription amount.

Kneejerk reactions happen here often, but this seems to be a valid concern for anyone who knows someone with HIV.

[Caipirabob]

I should add that the only two I knew died. One passed somewhat quietly. The other died a horrible, tormented death from infections his body could not fight off. It "ate" his eyes. I would not wish that death on anyone like him.

I always remember that when I hear or read about HIV.