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Shopping for Drugs: 2004

Studies | Health

No. 270
Monday, October 11, 2004
by Devon Herrick, Ph.D.

Table of Contents

  1. Executive Summary
  2. Introduction
  3. Comparing Prices
  4. Therapeutic Drug Substitution
  5. Bulk Buying
  6. Pill Splitting
  7. Generic Drug Substitutes
  8. Switching to Over-the-Counter Drugs
  9. Weighing the Cost and Benefits of a Drug
  10. Case Studies: Price Comparisons for Specific Drugs
  11. Buying Drugs Abroad
  12. Special Opportunities for Seniors: Medicare Discount Drug Cards
  13. Financial Assistance to Lower Drug Costs
  14. Conclusion
  15. Notes
  16. Appendix
  17. About The Author

Appendix

Appendix A-I - Prescription Sinus Allergy Medications

Appendix A-II - Over-the-Counter Sinus Allergy Medications 

Appendix B-1 - Prescription Heartburn Medications 

Appendix B-2 - OTC Ulcer Medications 

Appendix C - Cardiovasular Medications 

Appendix D - Anti-anxiety Medications 

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