A large number of medications now have a generic or over-the-counter alternative. These copies use precisely the same ingredients and are perfectly safe. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if there is a generic option available for your prescription and save hundreds of dollars per … [Read more...] about Go generic
Double the size of the pill
Some medications are available in different dosage sizes. If you are not taking the highest strength pill, ask your doctor if it is viable for you to cut larger pills in half. Usually, the larger tablets will cost the same amount of money at the pharmacy, but when split in half … [Read more...] about Double the size of the pill
Ask for cheaper medicines that still do the job
Doctors might prescribe a medication without considering the cost to you. Sometimes there may be perfectly acceptable alternative medications that cost a lot less and/or are available in an inexpensive generic equivalent. Don't be afraid to ask. Plus ask your doctor if they have … [Read more...] about Ask for cheaper medicines that still do the job
Get help from a patient assistance program
Many drug companies offer patient assistance programs to lower or eliminate the cost of drugs for qualifying people. For help finding a program, try: Partnership for Prescription Assistance which "helps qualifying patients without prescription drug coverage get the medicines … [Read more...] about Get help from a patient assistance program
Local health clinics can be a solid, cheaper alternative
Many towns have a local walk-in clinic that provides basic medical care. In addition to the potential convenience of these services the costs can be much more manageable for basic care. Plus if your clinic fills prescriptions you might save on that as well.A LOZO expert posted … [Read more...] about Local health clinics can be a solid, cheaper alternative