How to Find Generic Alternatives with Claude
Find generic drug alternatives with Claude and ToolRouter. Lower medication costs instantly.
Tool
Claude helps you trace the path from brand to generic through conversational exploration. Look up a brand name, identify the active ingredient, search for all available generics, and compare formulations through iterative follow-up. The research naturally deepens as you ask about bioequivalence and manufacturing differences.
Connect ToolRouter to Claude
1Go to Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
2Enter the details below and click Add
Name
ToolRouterURL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Done — works on Claude chat, desktop, and mobile
Steps
Once connected (see setup above), use the Drug Info tool:
- Ask Claude: "Look up the generic alternatives for Lipitor using drug-info"
- Claude identifies the active ingredient and finds generic versions
- Review the list of equivalent medications
- Ask about any differences between formulations
Example Prompt
Try this with Claude using the Drug Info tool
What generic alternatives exist for Nexium? Use drug-info to find the active ingredient and equivalent drugs.
Tips
- Start with the brand name to find the active ingredient
- Ask Claude to explain any differences between brand and generic formulations
- Generic drugs have the same active ingredient, strength, and dosage form