Many seniors are reporting that generic medications they’ve relied on for years are suddenly missing from their prescription plans. Retirees who expected low‑cost refills are now facing higher prices or being forced to switch to brand‑name drugs. Winter is a season when medication needs increase, making these changes especially stressful. Seniors who live on fixed incomes say the sudden shift is straining their budgets. The disappearance of affordable generics is catching older adults off guard.
