When money gets tight, cutting back on or even cutting out medications may seem like a good option. However, doing so does not help your health or your long term financial situation. Most importantly, choosing to do without prescribed medicines may also be a needless sacrifice.

Many major drug companies offer lower income individuals help with getting their prescribed medication. Although eligibility may vary between manufacturers, taking advantage of such programs can significantly cut your healthcare costs. The money saved could then be used to help pay for other living expenses.

To check for pharmaceutical assistance programs that may be of help to you, please search for the names of your drug(s) in the alphabetical index provided below.