What does IC mean in prescriptions?
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In the United States, generic medications account for over 90% of all prescriptions dispensed, and pharmacies often use abbreviations to indicate substitutions. In this context, **IC** in prescriptions most frequently refers to a generic drug that was dispensed as an “interchangeable” alternative to a brand-name medication. However, the same two letters can represent a chronic medical condition called Interstitial Cystitis. Understanding the context of this abbreviation is crucial for patient safety.
