How to save on prescriptions

With the economy the way it is, and facing a recession everyone is money conscious. Follow the below steps to save money on prescriptions.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

• Flexibility

1. Go generic. Check with your pharmacist to see if your prescription is available in a comparable generic brand at a less expensive price.
2. Check with your Human Resource Administrator at your place of business to see if your insurance plan allow you to use pretax dollars to pay for some medical expenses and/or prescriptions. (Flexible Spending Account)
3. Speak to your doctor. Some doctors are willing/able to make an ongoing prescription last for 2-3 months, instead of one--this will cut your pharmacy co-pay spending.
4. Buy prescriptions on line, speak to your insurance company for reputable companies.

Tips & Warnings

• Check with your doctor to be 100% sure you are able to take a generic comparable brand prescription along with side effects and precautions.