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Americans Face Soaring Prescription Costs: Save with These Tips

10/18/2025

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High prescription costs affect many Americans, especially the uninsured, prompting cost-saving steps.
Geoffrey Joyce of the University of Southern California notes large price variations and urges cost comparisons.
Online options Capsule and Amazon Pharmacy offer convenience and potential discounts, especially for Prime members.
Strategies include asking for generics, using discount programs, and choosing 90-day supplies.
Recent changes in retail pharmacy, such as CVS acquiring Rite Aid, reflect ongoing challenges.

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Story summary

High prescription costs affect many Americans, especially the uninsured, prompting cost-saving steps.
Geoffrey Joyce of the University of Southern California notes large price variations and urges cost comparisons.
Online options Capsule and Amazon Pharmacy offer convenience and potential discounts, especially for Prime members.
Strategies include asking for generics, using discount programs, and choosing 90-day supplies.
Recent changes in retail pharmacy, such as CVS acquiring Rite Aid, reflect ongoing challenges.