IDStewardship

JUNE 6, 2023

Streamlined Prescription Filling : AI systems can automate prescription filling processes by extracting relevant information from electronic prescriptions, verifying insurance coverage, and generating labels. Faster and more accurate prescription filling leads to increased patient satisfaction.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

APRIL 17, 2024

Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is an injectable medication prescribed for Type 2 diabetes mellitus, which some doctors may prescribe off-label for weight loss. That price could depend on where you get your Mounjaro prescription filled, though. Mounjaro’s only on-label use is for diabetes, so Medicaid likely won’t cover it for obesity.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JULY 2, 2024

One common side effect of Mounjaro is weight loss, which is why it may sometimes be prescribed off-label (for a non-FDA-approved use) for that purpose. Depending on where you get your prescription filled, though, the price can vary a lot. The drug comes in six strengths: 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg, and 15 mg.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

MAY 29, 2024

Adderall (amphetamine and dextroamphetamine) is a brand-name prescription drug used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD ). Some healthcare providers also prescribe it off-label to improve symptoms of fatigue related to multiple sclerosis. Sometimes, Adderall is used to treat narcolepsy.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JANUARY 20, 2023

An estimated 90% of prescriptions filled in the United States are for commonly prescribed generic drugs. Chances are, you’ve taken a generic or authorized generic medication, and for good reason—according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), generic medications cost 80%-85% less than brand-name drugs.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JULY 17, 2024

Sometimes, pharmaceutical companies will create authorized generics for their own drugs and sell them without the brand-name label. Because you’ll receive more insulin per prescription, Toujeo Max Solostar also costs more than Toujeo Solostar. Each prescription fill includes 2, 3 ml pens and costs about $781 without insurance.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Ophthalmic Tobradex formulations have also been used off-label for ear infections , like acute otitis externa. Tobradex eye drops are available as generic prescription medications, while the ointment is only available as a branded prescription. Tobradex should not be used for fungal or viral infections like pink eye.

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