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- Overview
- Free Samples From A Doctor Or Other Health Care Provider
- Bulk Purchases Of Drugs You Take For An Extended Period Of Time
- Drug Expiration Dates
- Test Supplies
- How To Shop For The Lowest Drug Price
- Generic (or Sister) Versions Of A Drug
- Lifestyle or Therapeutic Substitutions
- Older Alternatives For A Drug Or Over-The Counter Versions
- Government Programs That Provide Drugs
- Patient Assistance Programs (Manufacturer Free Or Low Cost Drugs)
- Pill Splitting
- Pharmacy Discount Programs
- State Or County Purchasing Groups To Help Residents Save Money
- Drug Discount Cards and Clubs
- Online and Mail Order Sources Of Drugs
- Local Pharmacies Including Hospitals
- Military Benefits
- Clinical Trials
- Outside Of The United States
Drugs: How To Save Money When Buying Or Using
Free Samples From A Doctor Or Other Health Care Provider
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Representatives from drug companies often leave free samples of their products as an enticement for a doctor to prescribe a particular medication.
If the doctor doesn't have any on hand, he or she may be able to get some for you by asking the pharmaceutical company representative.
It has been reported that some patients are able to get six months' worth of free samples in one visit. If your doctor knows that you are having difficulty paying for your medications, she may be able to provide you with a generous supply of samples.
Caution: Free samples tend to be samples of expensive drugs. If the samples run out, do not automatically fill a prescription for the drug. Call your local pharmacy to get an idea of price. If it is expensive, call your doctor and ask if there is a less expensive alternative (or if she has more free samples).
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