1. Contact The Pharmaceutical Company That Makes Your Medication.
Many Pharmaceutical companies have special programs for those who cannot afford it. They sometimes offer 90 day supplies, but also sometimes need 6-8 weeks to process and deliver. The amount of planning and effort is significant, but the savings can be as well.
2. Contact a Medication Assistance Program
Partner for Prescription Assistance is a large organization that puts America's pharmaceutical companies, health care providers, advocacy organizations and community groups together to help qualify patients needing extra assistance.
http://www.needymeds.com/ is a non-profit organization patient assistance program designed to find help for those who need it
3. Check If Your State Has a Pharmaceutical Assistance Program
For qualifying residents, some states offer assistance. The American Association of Retired Person Foundation (AARP) maintains a state list of these programs.
4. Consider Generic Instead of Brand Name
Be sure to check with your pharmacist that the generic offered has been established as bio equivalent first. Make sure to ask your physician before he writes you a prescription; if he puts only brand name, that is all the pharmacy can fill. Buying generic can save a significant amount of money with many drugs.
Sources:
http://medfriendly.com/medications
www.aarp.com
www.FDA.org
www.needymeds.com
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I rarely have to get medications. When I do I use generic drugs. One, they are cheaper. Two they work.
ReplyDeleteThank you Travis. You are fortunate that you do not need medications often. However, some people need medications for everyday living. Generic drugs are the best way to go if finances are an issue, but generic drugs do not exist for every drug-it would be great if they did.
ReplyDeleteOMG. Great advice here! It's clear and concise. Btw, great colors and format for the blog. Likey. :)
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