Asthma is a breathing problem in which a person’s airways become inflamed, narrow, and produce extra mucus, which makes it difficult to breathe. Inhaled asthma medications have greatly improved throughout the past decade, and a popular asthma medication Qvar is getting a makeover. Qvar will now be available in an easy-to-use device known as…
Why Generics May Be Getting a Lot More Expensive (Hint: Look to India)
Generic medications, which millions of Americans depend on for affordable treatment, may be getting a little more scarce – and, as a result, a good deal more expensive. Leading generic drug makers in India, the home of global generic pharmaceutical manufacturing, have recently indicated that they plan to begin “optimizing” their pipelines by manufacturing…
Migrane Medication Sumavel Discontinued
Recently, Endo Pharmaceuticals has decided to stop the manufacturing of their needle-free migraine medication, Sumavel Dosepro. According to Endo Pharmaceuticals, the discontinuation of Sumavel DosePro was a business decision and not related to quality, safety, or efficacy concerns. What is Sumavel DosePro indicated for? Sumavel DosePro was approved in 2009 for the acute treatment of migraine, with or…
Here’s Why People Use GoodRx Even With A High Deductible
Recently, we’ve been noticing some GoodRx users sharing their stories of high deductibles with us online: So what’s going on? Sometimes, having a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) makes sense, like when you’re planning on having an expensive procedure that will help you reach the deductible (provided that you have enough saved to pay for it…
7 Common Myths About Atorvastatin
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Here’s What You Need To Know About Osteoporosis
Bones are the building blocks of the body, and as we age there’s a direct correlation between the strength of our bones and our quality of life. Weak bones due to osteoporosis lead to easily broken bones. If you don’t keep the bones strong you may experience limitation in walking, loss of independence, chronic pain, and…
Are Drugs Really Getting More Expensive? Yes.
It’s true: Drugs really are getting more expensive. According to a new GoodRx analysis, the average list price for the top 100 prescription drugs climbed higher over the past year, even as concerns over high drug prices grow in the U.S. Our top insights: List prices for prescription drugs rose 6% over the past…
One Day Flu Cure is Approved in Japan. Here’s When it Will be in the U.S.
This flu season has been rough for patients, doctors, pharmacies, employers, and almost everyone else. Getting a yearly flu shot is the best way to prevent yourself from getting the seasonal flu according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). However, as with most things in life, getting a flu shot does not…
FDA Recalls Popular Antiviral Medication Acyclovir
Believe it or not, medications are recalled on a daily basis for numerous reasons. Medication recalls can range from minor to life-threatening incidents if not immediately and appropriately taken care of. One of the most recent recalls involves acyclovir 400 mg tablets, used for the treatment of shingles, herpes, and chickenpox. Why was acyclovir…
Here’s How to Save on Weight Loss Medication Contrave
If healthy lifestyle changes like diet and exercise haven’t been enough to help you shed those pounds, your doctor may suggest that you turn to a weight loss medication, like Contrave. While patients may only take it for a short period of time, out of pocket costs for Contrave can reach well beyond $600 per…