Prescription Drugs at Low Cost

Individuals can acquire medications at a substantial discount to the retail price, in most cases, whether they have insurance or not. Using the programs described here, patients should be able to get the medication (or an equivalent substitute) at a discount and will realize significant savings, especially if they are on medications for chronic conditions. The programs described are:

• State government programs
• Generic substitution
• Brand name substitution
• Use of the Internet
• Discount pharmacy programs
• Pill cutting
• Importing drugs
• Drug company discount programs

Refer to the flow chart on page 32 to see which program is best for your situation.