Things to know

Are you sure you're following your doctor's orders?

Using meds correctly means you:

Fill your prescription
Take your meds on time
Follow directions
Finish the prescription

And avoid:

More doctor/hospital visits
More treatments
Possible treatment failure

Be Ready

Get the meds you need. When you need them. As cheaply as possible.

Make your money go further:

Go for 90-day prescription instead of a 30-day
Ask for a generic
Confirm your medication is on your insurance carrier's "formulary"
Pay with tax-free money, like an HSA or FSA
Consider a medical plan with prescription drug copays

Get Organized

Take your medicine as prescribed.

Stay on top of things:

Finish the entire prescription
Use a seven-day pillbox
Set up mail-order service for 90-day prescriptions
Sign up for multi-dose packages at your pharmacy (if available) to get all your meds organized by date and time
Set an alarm
Know what to do if you miss a dose
Set up automatic refills with your pharmacy

Keep Watch

Monitor your progress and any side effects.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist about:

Potential side effects
Which side effects require immediate attention
Possible problems with other drugs and supplements you use
Any unexpected symptoms ASAP
Switching drugs if you need to—don’t just stop!

Benefits and services available may vary from plan to plan—please refer to your plan’s Summary Plan Description for exact coverage details. Check with your insurance carrier for details of coverage offered under your plan. The information presented in this article is for informational purposes only and not intended as medical advice.