How to navigate the maze of drug discounts to get the best price
The launch of TrumpRx has added to the complexity of navigating prescription drug discounts, with many brand-name drugs available cheaper as generics. Patients can take steps to ensure they get the best deal, including asking about generic options and comparing prices across different websites and insurance plans.
TrumpRx is one of many websites offering deals on prescription drugs. However, many brand-name drugs on the site can be found cheaper elsewhere as generics. For example, Protonix can be purchased for $200 on TrumpRx, but the generic version, pantoprazole, costs less than $30 with a coupon from GoodRx. To get the best deal, patients should ask their doctor about generic options. Generics are copies of brand-name drugs that are often cheaper. 90% of prescriptions filled in 2024 were generics, but they only accounted for 12% of all drug spending. If a generic version is not available, patients can ask about alternative drugs in the same category. Comparing prices across different websites and insurance plans can also help patients save money.
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