Clear, fact-based explanations of why prescription drug prices are so high, how costs differ between the U.S. and other countries, and practical ways patients can save on medications.
Patients on the popular medication Eliquis have had questions. This article will show a pathway to buying the generic alternative to Eliquis. A way to lower a family’s healthcare expense, for those that are self paying for Eliquis (apixaban) or for those who have insurance but their copay (non-covered portion) is too high. The high […]
The high cost of the drug Aubagio (teriflunomide) can make it inaccessible to those who have multiple sclerosis. Aubagio is a specialty medication commonly prescribed for treating Multiple Sclerosis (MS). What is MS? MS is a chronic, debilitating autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system, which includes the brain and the spinal cord. The […]
People who have severe allergies are usually at risk of an anaphylaxis episode. This is a very severe allergic reaction that occurs when the person is exposed to an allergen. The most well-known symptom of anaphylaxis is constricted breathing due to swelling, which can be life-threatening if left unaddressed. EpiPen is the widely-used method of […]
In the last week, Bernie Sanders has called for a federal investigation of the continuously rising prices of insulin, the critical drug for people with diabetes. Senator Sanders and Representative Elijah Cummings crafted a letter to the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission pointing to a pattern where the three insulin makers have […]
Rosuvastatin is an oral drug which is commonly used to lower blood cholesterol levels, commonly classified in a group of drugs called statins. It treats many conditions such as hyperlipidemia, mixed dyslipidemia, and hypertriglyceridemia. Rosuvastatin is available as a generic in many pharmacies, but the brand name version, Crestor, is surprisingly cheaper if purchased online. By purchasing […]
Recently, Valeant Pharmaceuticals were lambasted for their malicious business strategies in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging at a congressional hearing. Â Their practice may be considered malevolent but it does not change the fact that numerous other pharmaceutical companies participate in the same practices to maximize their profits. What Valeant executives fail to […]
The disturbing news story by Bloomberg on a potential increase in drug prices has been the subject of discussion for quite a while. The article claimed that some drugs are bound to experience an increase in prices of up to 75% in the next seven years while some might even experience a greater increase. The […]
Prescription drug spending has been steadily increasing over the years, and according to the United States government, it is expected to continue increasing until at least 2022. Projections calculated by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) predict a steady increase of 6.5 percent over the next seven years. This prediction is believed to […]
