How to Find Generic Alternatives with OpenClaw
Generic drug lookup with OpenClaw and ToolRouter. Find cheaper medication options.
Tool
OpenClaw automates brand-to-generic mapping at scale, processing entire formulary lists and returning structured equivalence data for each drug. Ideal for insurance companies evaluating coverage policies, pharmacy systems building substitution databases, or cost optimization tools that need to map alternatives across hundreds of medications.
Connect ToolRouter to OpenClaw
1Install the CLI
npm install -g toolrouter-mcp2Call tools directly from OpenClaw
toolrouter-mcp call web-search search --query "AI tools"
toolrouter-mcp toolsSteps
Once connected (see setup above), use the Drug Info tool:
- Ask OpenClaw: "Find generic alternatives for Zoloft"
- OpenClaw returns the active ingredient and available generics
- Review the options
- Discuss with your pharmacist before switching
Example Prompt
Try this with OpenClaw using the Drug Info tool
What are the generic versions of Ambien? Look it up with drug-info.
Tips
- Generic drugs must meet the same FDA standards as brand-name drugs
- Some drugs have authorized generics that are identical to the brand
- Ask your pharmacist about switching to save money