Anyone who has fibromyalgia knows that it’s absolutely no joke. It’s a chronic condition with symptoms like muscle pain, fatigue, migraines and headaches—all of which can lead to sleep problems, anxiety and depression. Stress can also exacerbate these symptoms… like, say, the stress of not knowing if you’ll be able to afford your next prescription…

Now’s the time to enroll in health insurance for 2019 through the Affordable Care Act (ACA). With open enrollment for healthcare coverage in 2019, we’ll have more plans to choose from on the ACA’s insurance marketplaces compared to previous years. We’ll also see broad shifts in insurance availability and pricing as a result of important…

Flu season is officially underway, which means it’s time to get vaccinated. Flu shots can range from $0 (yes, free) to $50 or more, depending on where you get your shot and what kind of vaccine you receive. Whether you’re insured or not, there are ways to make your vaccines affordable. Here are some things…

GoodRx has completed the largest library of brand-drug savings programs on the internet, featuring over 800 manufacturer discount programs and 1,300 patient assistance programs for more than 1,600 drugs.* This database, which took more than five years of research and development, includes discounts made available by dozens of drug manufacturers, and offers savings for both…

A generic drug is affordable, right? Unfortunately, not always. In the case of generic valsartan, a medication that treats high blood pressure, a 30-day supply can cost over $100 without insurance. Plus, since valsartan is a generic, there’s little to no chance that a cheaper equivalent will come to the market. So, how can you…

Have you ever called a pharmacist to confirm whether it’s really a bad idea to have a drink while taking antibiotics? You wouldn’t be the first person. Here’s the bottom line: it’s best not to drink alcohol while you’re sick, since alcohol affects the way we heal from infections. But there are specific antibiotics you…

Pharmacy technicians are often the unsung heroes when it comes to patient care. They are the first and last point of contact with patients at the pharmacy, making sure they receive the right medication and understand how to take them correctly. On Pharmacy Technician Day earlier this month, we had the opportunity to celebrate pharmacy…

Though older generic drugs are effective and affordable options for most chronic medical conditions, newer medications often come along, carrying with them excitement and promise. Here are the game changers of 2018. 1) Xofluza, the faster flu medication What is it? Xofluza is a new pill that treats the flu and prevents the spread of…

This month, Xarelto was given the green light from the FDA and is now the first in its class approved for use in patients with existing coronary and/or peripheral artery disease to reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events like heart attack, stroke and cardiovascular death. After this new approval, Xarelto can now be used…

Our offices are packed with folks “getting things done” before the end of the year because they’ve met their deductible and things are “free” now. Here’s what you can think about cramming in before 2019 starts. 1) Take a shot! Immunizations. Make sure your vaccines are up to date. That means Tdap, Shingrix, Pneumovax 23,…