Well-known for treating type 2 diabetes, Jardiance can also reduce the risk of a cardiovascular event by 38%—but it’s expensive. A 30-day supply costs well over $500, and many insurance plans won’t cover it. Luckily, there are ways for you to save as much as 100% off the cash price. How much does Jardiance cost?…
Thomas Saved His Vision—and 50% on His Eye Drops—With GoodRx
Thomas, a data analyst in Mesa, Arizona, works on computer screens all day, so his vision is crucial for his work and everyday life (as it is for most people). When he started having eye problems, he found that the prescription eye drops his doctor ordered were unreasonably expensive. Here’s the serendipitous story of how…
Are NSAIDs Like Ibuprofen Bad for My Liver and Kidneys?
It’s logical to wonder if a medication you often take for pain is safe. There are some concerns about the popular over-the-counter pain relievers known as NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), which include ibuprofen (a.k.a. Motrin or Advil). Every week, I’m asked: How much can I take, and is it bad for my liver or kidneys?…
Low Milk Supply? 4 Medications That Reduce Breast Milk Production
Being a new mom is hard (trust me, I know—I just had a little guy myself three months ago). While pregnancy might be over, if you decide to breastfeed, it’s important to continue watching what you’re putting in your body. Whether you need to take medications for mastitis, postpartum depression or diabetes, be aware that…
Drug Makers Keep Promises to Limit Price Increases to 10% — But Barely
As outrage over high drug prices has intensified over the past several years, drug companies took what seemed like a bold stand at the time: They would keep price increases below 10% annually. For the most part, they have kept their promise—but they’ve pushed the price hikes to the limit, with a burst of price…
Is Your Medication Making You Sweat? — 10 Drugs That Cause Excessive Sweating as a Side Effect
If you’ve noticed you are sweating more than usual—not just on your palms and soles, but all over—take a look at your medication list. The new occurrence of excess sweating everywhere on your body can be a result of many causes including diabetes, thyroid disease and infection, so it requires a careful evaluation by your…
Which Muscle Relaxants Are Best for Neck and Back Pain?
Whether from a new injury or an aggravated old injury, stiffness and soreness in the neck and back at night may lead to disrupted sleep and more pain in the morning. Muscle relaxants have been shown to help relieve this pain and get you through these tough days—used at night, these medications may improve acute…
Here’s Why Your Pharmacist Won’t Fill Your Prescription — and What You Can Do About It (Part 2)
Have you ever taken a prescription to the pharmacy counter only to find out that your pharmacist won’t fill it? This scenario happens more often than you might think. Pharmacists can refuse to fill your prescription for many reasons, including an altered prescription or any possible drug interactions they might see. This is Part 2…
Avoid the Sun If You Take These Drugs
If you’re enjoying the sunshine this summer, it is important to know that some of your medications could cause an unexpected problem. You may not be aware, but some prescriptions can increase your sensitivity to sunlight, causing your skin to burn more easily. What type of reaction can occur? If your medication has a warning to avoid sunlight, don’t…
Prices for Brand Drugs Spike Before a Generic is Released. Here’s Why.
When a brand-name drug goes generic, its price typically drops, by as much as half of what it was before. But a new GoodRx analysis shows that in the months prior to going generic, many brand-name drugs see large increases in their cash price, with prices rising by as much as 50%. This increase then…