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Free prescription drug samples from your doctor sure look like a great deal. But once the samples are gone, you may end up paying a lot more.
The free drug samples from your doctor are typically the newest and most expensive medications on the market. They're often prescribed for chronic conditions that require you to take the medication on an ongoing basis.
Once the samples are gone and you fill your prescription, you may pay significant more out-of-pocket than you would for an equally effective generic equivalent or alternative.
Wellmark Tip: Ask whether a generic is available for your prescription. If there is, just say no to the free samples — you could save a lot of money in the long run.
Want to see the math? Below, compare annual out-of-pocket costs for:
- a brand-name prescription with free samples
- a generic prescription without free samples
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How do I move to a generic?
If a generic equivalent is available, the pharmacist can make the change when you fill your prescription.
For a generic alternative, you'll need a new prescription. Talk to your pharmacist — they may be able to call your doctor and get a new prescription for the generic.
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