Category:Drug Coupons

From Pharmacy Drug Guide

In 2008, the Harvard School of Public Health issued a report stating that 4 in 10 Americans could not afford their prescription medications. Forty percent of consumers in the study admitted to skipping doses, pill splitting, taking alternatives or simply going without necessary medication.^[1] In 2010, prescription drug prices rose an average of 6.9%, according to Barclay's Capital.^[2] The statistics have become even more alarming since these studies were published. Recent government statistics state that 25 million Americans do not take their medication due to financial hardship.^[3] Many drug purchases are not covered by health insurance. The combination of high cost and under-insurance leads to the need for consumers to save money on drug purchases. The rise of unemployment in America also affects drug affordability. Most Americans are able to afford prescription co-pays when they are covered by health insurance. However, once unemployed and uninsured, patients have difficulty paying the out-of-pocket prices for name brand drugs.^[3] For patients struggling to pay for their medications, help is available. In addition to using generic drug equivalents, drug coupons are one way that consumers can save.

Drug Coupons

Drug coupons are available for both nonprescription (OTC) and prescription medications. Using drug coupons will reduce the cost of both types of medications and help you save money. Over the counter drug coupons and discounts are typically available on the Internet as printable coupons, promotional offers, and coupon codes. In addition to national magazines, another source for finding nonprescription drug coupons is the local newspaper. Drug store flyer inserts often advertise sales of over the counter medications, and one can also find clippable coupons to increase savings. Prescription drug coupons are also available as printable coupons. Manufacturer's rebates and [Patient Assistance Programs | patient assistance programs] (PAPs) can be found by going to pharmaceutical company websites or by contacting them by telephone. Many pharmaceuticals offer PAPs to assist patients who cannot afford their prescription medication and who are not eligible for other prescription financial assistance. Often times, patients can receive a 3-month supply of their medication if they qualify. Your doctor may also have available free drug samples when you are trying a new medication.

References

1. ↑ http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/press-releases/2008-releases/poll-usa-today-kaiser-harvard-prescription-drugs.html
2. ↑ http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704629104576190621185676798.html
3. ↑ ^{3.0 3.1} http://pharmacycheckerblog.com/drug-price-s-o-s-revisited-25-million-americans-skip-taking-needed-medication-due-to-cost

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