[JohnW26]

Hi,
I am unemployed and my insurance company has a yearly cap on meds. I take 60MG Cymbalta 2x a day and am doing fine. However, it counts as about $300 towards my cap, although the co-pay is only $20.
Has anyone ever asked their PDoc to switch meds due to this reason. For example I know Prozac and Paxil are now available in a low cost generic.
Thanks,
John

[polarsmom]

Yes, I have talked to my doctor in the past about switching my meds. Just told her flat out that I couldn't afford the meds and really needed her to find me one that was on Walmart's $4 list. She was very understanding and changed my meds. Although I did have to change up my scripts since then. The ones I'm on now cost a butt load of money. It's like she found the most expensive ones on the market to prescribe this time around. (my insurance reemburses me)

[sunrise]

Yes, I've asked my doc to switch meds due to cost. For me the substitute was not nearly as good, but I found her understanding of my financial need and willing to accommodate. Good luck. I hope you can find something less expensive that works for you.

[NuckingFutz]

I had this problem. My pdoc put me on Effexor. Effexor is an older and less expensive med. It works on Nora as well as sero and dopa. I think it is a bit weaker. You can compare the 2 meds in the meds section to see for yourself. Go6d luck!

[yutzman]

Lilly, the manufacturer has a patient assistance program for those in need. Go to the Cymbalta page and in the lower right there is a link to the program. I use the one for Smith/Kline, and I get my meds for half price. More and more of us need help these days and I'm glad I ask for it now, because I never would have in the past....Good Luck..Y