The real cost of the top 10 drugs
Here are the actual costs of the top 10 drugs taken by Wellmark members.
| Drug Name |
Primarily Used to Treat |
Average Cost of a 30-Day Prescription |
| Lipitor |
High Cholesterol |
$120 |
| Effexor XR |
Depression |
$191 |
| Advair Diskus |
Asthma |
$212 |
| Singulair |
Asthma/Allergies |
$123 |
| Lexapro |
Depression |
$100 |
| Crestor |
High Cholesterol |
$124 |
| Actos |
Diabetes |
$230 |
| Cymbalta |
Depression |
$187 |
| Nexium |
Heartburn |
$208 |
| Plavix |
Prevent Blood Clots |
$166 |
Source: Prescription Drug Trend Report, Wellmark Pharmacy Dept., 2010
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Here's how to find the actual retail price of a drug on the Wellmark Drug List. 
- Search for and select the name of the drug
- Click on Price
- Choose the pharmacy where you fill your prescriptions
- Enter quantity information when prompted to see the price you’d pay without insurance
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