Does anyone fulfill prescriptions in Canada?

Submitted by InkStinkPurple_ t3_10l3fdb in newhampshire

I started a new health insurance on the 1st and just picked up a monthly Rx. It went from a $50 copay to full price . I did use a manufacturer’s coupon to get it down around $400. There is no generic alternative and I previously tried several common/cheaper drugs that have a similar effect (but aren’t nearly as effective). Poking around online, it looks like it might be around $100/mo up there. That would be a huge relief. Even more so if I could get a 3mos supply each quarter.

Does anyone get their prescriptions up there? How does it work?

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NyxOrTreat t1_j5ulpwf wrote

I don’t go to Canada, but did you check if your Rx is available via Cost Plus Drugs? I get my meds through them, and no lie I spend ~$10 per fill when at Walgreens etc. I’d pay $150 for one and nearly $400 for another.

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InkStinkPurple_ OP t1_j5uweqg wrote

Thanks! I did look there, but they only have generics. I signed up for alerts when there is a generic available, but for now, it’s only name brand. The patent expires this year, but I’m not sure what the turn around time is for a generic.

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NyxOrTreat t1_j5v87tr wrote

That sucks. Hope a generic comes out soon! Sorry for our terribly expensive system :(

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NecessaryMistake9754 t1_j5zalc7 wrote

Try goodrx.com. Type in the prescription name and see which stores will get you the cheapest. What's the name of the med you are trying to fill? I can look it up for you. Also install the goodrx app. It's super easy to use. Literally saved thousands

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InkStinkPurple_ OP t1_j5zhk3y wrote

Thanks, I did check there for coupons. Their best price is at Hannaford for $362, and I don’t see any additional savings for upgrading to gold. Better price, but still painful.

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