The Prescription Maze: Addressing the ADHD Medication Shortage

The Prescription Maze: Addressing the ADHD Medication Shortage

Shannon Burrows, pharmacist at Wickstead Pharmacy (Wanganui) and Eliza Pharmacy (Waverley) said the shortages made filling prescriptions difficult and in some cases more expensive. She said patients will find their medications are not available when they arrive and will have to change brands or formulations. “It doesn’t work for everyone and it’s very hard to … Read more

How to navigate the maze of drug discounts to get the best price

Patients go to Mazdaj to find their medicine at a reasonable price.

When Trump launched in February, it joined a group of websites that claimed to have deals on prescription drugs. Despite the hype, many of Trump’s Rx drugs include brand-name drugs that patients can find cheaper elsewhere — as generics. For example, Protonix for heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease is available at Trump Rx for $200. … Read more