7 ways to cut medication costs

1. Go for a generic drug. Get the same active ingredient, quality and purity as you'd find in a brand name, for less money.
2. Save cash with a pill splitter. If your pill comes in a double dose that can be safely split, get two doses for the price of one.
3. Consider a combo pill. Two drugs may mean twice the copays or coinsurance. Ask if your meds come in a combo pill.
4. Buy in bulk. Mail-order pharmacies may send a bigger supply for less money.
5. Ask about assistance programs. Ask your care team or search for one at mat.org. These programs offer free or lower cost drugs.
6. Get a list and check it twice. Ask your insurer for an electronic list of covered drugs (formulary). Bring it to your appointments.
7. Have an open, honest discussion. Let your care team know if cost is keeping you from taking your meds exactly as prescribed.