Sometimes a vet doesn't have a
particular drug on hand. Many times buying a prescription drug for your dog is
less expensive at a pharmacy.
The American Veterinary Medical Association's Code of Ethics states that vets should honor a client's request to have medications prescribed to a pharmacy.
Many of our pet's prescriptions are the same as those prescribed for humans and are available at local pharmacies. What you may not know is that most offer some type of discount program for pet medications.
The American Veterinary Medical Association's Code of Ethics states that vets should honor a client's request to have medications prescribed to a pharmacy.
Many of our pet's prescriptions are the same as those prescribed for humans and are available at local pharmacies. What you may not know is that most offer some type of discount program for pet medications.
- THE AMERICAN AUTOMOBILE
ASSOCIATION (AAA) - offers AAA Prescription Savings. This program is free
with membership and covers all members of the household including
pets at an average savings of 24% off the the pharmacy's regular
retail price. Savings on generics can be even more. To receive your
discount: Present your AAA card to any participating pharmacy -- there are
more than 59,000 participating pharmacies. To find a participating
pharmacy: AAA.com/prescriptions or call 1-866-AAA-SAVE.
- COSTCO - dispenses nearly 100
commonly used prescription drugs for pets and claims that it has prices
lower than those charged by most vets or on-line pet medication suppliers.
Costco pharmacies are open to the public; you don't need to be a member to
buy prescriptions there. However, if you are a member your pets qualify
for the no-fee Costco Membership Prescription Program. This plan offers
specially reduced pricing on select medication (brand name and generic).
- WALGREENS PRESCRIPTION
SAVINGS CLUB - Provides for discounts off the cash price of brand name and
generic pet medications (human equivalent only). Pets can be enrolled as
individuals ($25 annual fee) or as part of a family membership ($35). If
your savings for the year doesn't reach the cost of your membership, the difference
is refunded. To include your pet in the family membership, simply add
pet's name to your list of dependents.
- TARGET - has PetRX
program. Check out its list of common pet medications at
target.com/pharmacy/petrx-dog-medications-alphabetic. This list is
not all inclusive, so call if you don't see your pet's medication. Covered
generic drugs at commonly prescribed dosages cost $4 for a 30 day supply;
a 90 day supply runs $10.
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