How to get Cheap and Discounted Prescription Drugs

Paying for prescription drugs has become a major issue for many senior Americans today. With health care costs sky-rocketing, a substantial amount of citizens are searching for ways to minimize their out of pocket expenses for drugs. This article will provide you with little known options for getting prescription drugs at a discount.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer
• Telephone
• Pill Splitter

1. Whenever you go to fill a prescription, always ask your pharmacist if there is a generic brand available. This can save you more than sixty percent on the cost of your medicine.
2. Ask your insurance company if you can order your medicine in 90 day supplies. This will save you money on dispensing and co-payment charges.
3. Many prescription tablets cost the same in a higher strength. Try to get a higher strength tablet and use a pill splitter to double your amount of dosages. Pill splitters can be purchased for around five dollars at your local pharmacy. Be aware that you SHOULD not cut the tablets with a knife or any other device EXCEPT a pill splitter. Also, capsules and time release pills can NOT be split. If you are unsure, consult your pharmacist.
4. You can receive huge discounts on prescription drug costs by purchasing online. Make sure you seek out pharmacies that carry the Verified Internet Pharmacy Provider (VIPP) Seal.
5. Finally, comparison shop. Even in your own community, prescription drug prices can vary substantially from pharmacy to pharmacy. Some smaller chains actually have better prices. It is worth the effort.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not split capsules or time release tablets.
• Never use anything but a pill splitter to cut your pills.