[acb-diabetics] generic drugs

[Patricia LaFrance-Wolf]

Diabetes medication can cost a bundle, so find out about generic versions. 

Consider Generic Medications When You Have Diabetes
by Roberta Kleinman, RN, M.Ed., CDE July 25, 2012 

Hello Dean!

Worrying about a chronic illness and its future expenses can be overwhelming
especially in this economy and the fact is that worry and stress do increase
your blood sugar and blood pressure. Medications become a monthly recurring
charge and other outside costs never seem to stop. Some are lucky enough to
have insurance coverage with drug benefits which still may require co-pays.
Others do not have these plans available at all. 

Things to consider: 
1.. If you are lucky enough to live in an area that has Publix grocery
stores then you should become familiar with their pharmacies. They offer
certain free generic (immediate release metformin - an oral medication for
type 2 diabetes that is prescribed by your physician) in any of these 3
doses - 500mg, 850mg and 1000mg tablets. You can receive a 30 day (90
tablet) supply for free. It has nothing to do with your insurance provider
or the number of prescriptions you need. There is no limit to the number of
refills you can receive. You do not have to fill out any forms or supply any
paper work. Publix also offers a 30 day (60 tablet) supply of lisinopril -
an ACE inhibitor used to treat hypertension and protect kidney function in
people with type 2 diabetes; the brand name is Zestril or Prinivil. Extended
release metformin is not free nor is a lisinopril in combination with HCTZ
(a water pill). They offer multiple antibiotics for free as well. You can
check on Publix.com to find out more of the details. 
2.. There are also hundreds of generic medications that are available at
Target, Wal-Mart or Sam's Club for a monthly cost of $4 for a 30 day supply
or $10 for a 90 day supply. You should check with your health care provider
when they are writing the prescription to see if a generic version is
available. 
3.. What are generics? In the United States, approximately 8 out of 10
written prescriptions are now generic. They are simply copies of the
original brand name medication. Generics have the same intended use, dosage,
side effects, safety, risks and strengths. Generic names are not capitalized
but brand names are; Glucophage is the brand name and metformin is the
generic. The FDA requires that the exact same standards be utilized for
brand names and generics. Many times the brand name producer also makes the
generic drug. Generics are cheaper because they do not require the huge
expense of development and marketing the medication. This reduces the cost
of research and future promotion. Generic forms of medications can be
produced when the original manufacturer loses its patent which is in place
for 20 years (a patent is given to the company that created the original
drug). The generic version will look different in shape, color, size and may
even taste different from the inactive ingredients. The active medical
ingredients must be prepared exactly the same and offer the same benefits. 
4.. If these points do not help you and your medication needs, also check to
see if you qualify for aid from Partnership for Prescription Assistance at
www.pparx.org. It includes more than 2500 prescription medicines and 475
patient assistance programs. 






Finding ways to take care of yourself and your diabetes without breaking the
bank is exactly what you want to do in this time of dramatic change in
medicine. That may help leave some left over funds for you to enjoy a
relaxing experience! 
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NOTE: Consult your Doctor first to make sure my recommendations fit your
special health needs. 
What our customers are saying

"Cost of meds these days are high. Nice to know I can purchase some of the
items at a good price. Thanks!"

William K.



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