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It is difficult enough to meet everyday living expenses without having to pay sky-high prices for prescribed medication. For those people who must take some type of medication on a regular basis, the additional expense can be an extreme financial burden. Some experts say that, in general, prescription prices are increasing almost twice as fast as other consumer prices. There are, however, several ways that you can cut the cost of medication, in some cases by over 60 percent. Here are some money-saving suggestions which could help you cut the costs on medicine you must use regularly:
1) Start with a small amount of medication. Rather than buying a big supply of medicine you have never used before, ask your doctor to prescribe a small amount. This is especially important if you’ve had discomforting side effects from any medication in the past. By purchasing a small quantity on a “trial” basis, you can avoid spending money on pills that are either ineffective or produce uncomfortable side effects.
2) Buy medicine in bulk. This is a saving technique only if you will be taking a medication for a long time, such as maintenance medication to control high blood pressure. By getting a 60-day or 90-day supply of such medication through a retail druggist or mail-order pharmacy, you can get substantial discounts.
3) Take advantage of mail-order pharmacies. Many times you can get prescription drugs from a mail-order firm for less than you would pay at a pharmacy.
These firms can’t provide refills as quickly as a pharmacy, but that’s usually not a major problem.
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