Coping with High Drug Costs

• Don’t be afraid to talk over your financial situation with your doctor. Ask to review your list of medications, to make sure all are necessary. Also, your doctor may be able to give you free samples.
• Ask your physician if an older or generic form of the drug would work for you. The “latest and greatest” drugs advertised on TV are costly and may be no better than the old standbys.
• Don’t skip doses or cut your pills in half to spread them further (unless you have a high-dose pill designed to be divided). Taking lower doses could result in your condition worsening.
• Shop around for the best price. Store prices vary. Drug companies, pharmacies, Vitality Plus and other organizations offer discount cards. You may be able to order from a reputable Canadian pharmacy, but this is not FDA-approved and soon may be illegal.

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