Mira

45 articles

Prescriptions

Healthcare articles about Prescriptions.

Prescriptions Jan 1, 2024 7 min

How Much Does Atrovent Cost Without Insurance in 2024?

Atrovent HFA (ipratropium bromide) costs about $530 without insurance for one inhaler. Atrovent Nasal Spray (ipratropium) costs about $204 without insurance but can be purchased at a more affordable price for the generic brand.

By Erica Kahn
Prescriptions Jan 1, 2024 9 min

How Much does Lyrica Cost Without Insurance in 2024? 

Without insurance, the brand name Lyrica costs between $266.38 and $1,112.72, depending on the dosage and form of Lyrica you take. Other factors to be considered in the total cost of Lyrica include where you get your prescriptions filled and if you are taking the brand-name (Lyrica) or generic (pregabalin) prescription drug.

By Kendra Bean
Prescriptions Aug 23, 2022 8 min

7 Medications You Shouldn’t Mix with Alcohol

Seven types of medications you shouldn’t mix with alcohol include allergy, anxiety, ADHD, cough, depression, nausea, and pain medications. If you do not know or are unsure about the effect of mixing alcohol with a currently prescribed medication it is best to avoid alcohol entirely until after speaking with your pharmacist or health care provider.

By Kendra Bean
Prescriptions Feb 25, 2025 7 min

How Much Does COVID Antiviral Pill Paxlovid Cost With and Without Insurance?

Paxlovid used to be distributed at no cost by the federal government, and there are still programs ensuring low- or no-cost access in 2025. Self-pay options are available at ~$1,300–$1,570 for a 5-day course.

By David Burke, PharmD
Prescriptions Jan 1, 2024 7 min

How Much Does Blood Pressure Medication Cost Without Insurance in 2024?

Our research shows that the average cost for 30 tablets of a typical dose of blood pressure medication costs $329.03.

By Talor Bianchini
Prescriptions Jan 1, 2024 10 min

How to Save Money on Insulin in 2024

There are many ways to save money on insulin, including patient assistance programs, insulin alternatives, and matching services.

By Talor Bianchini
Prescriptions Aug 23, 2022 7 min

What Is a Black Box Warning?

Black box warnings are labels on certain medications that carry severe side effects or warnings, such as injury or death. The labels intend to draw attention to the warning by displaying a black border with bolded font communicating essential instructions for safe drug use. Black box warnings can be found on the medication’s insert.

By Ashley Brooks
Prescriptions Dec 12, 2022 8 min

Why Is My Prescription More Expensive With Insurance?

If your pharmacy collects a copay with your prescription, you may end up paying more for the drug than you would have out-of-pocket because of a concept called “clawback.”

By Ashley Brooks
Prescriptions Aug 23, 2022 8 min

How to Get an Emergency Prescription Refill

Whether this occurs during a natural disaster severe event without your mediation available, obtaining an emergency prescription varies by state. In any case, you should start by calling your healthcare provider and pharmacy to see what is available to you.

By Ashley Brooks
Prescriptions Feb 26, 2025 9 min

EpiPen Cost With and Without Insurance in 2025

The brand-name EpiPen typically costs around $680 for a two-pack at many pharmacies nationwide. Generic versions(often called “epinephrine auto-injectors”) average around $340–$400 for a two-pack, depending on the pharmacy and discount programs used. You’ll need a prescription from your healthcare provider to purchase either brand-name or generic options.

By Alexis Bryan
Prescriptions Mar 5, 2025 8 min

How Much Does Adderall Cost With and Without Insurance?

Without insurance, a 30-day supply of brand-name Adderall XR (30mg) costs approximately $347, while brand-name Adderall IR (20mg, 60 tablets) averages around $814, according to SingleCare data. However, switching to generic versions can dramatically reduce costs to as little as $16-$30 per month with discount programs.

By Talor Bianchini
Prescriptions Apr 22, 2024 8 min

OTC Acetaminophen Is Affordable, But Why?

On average, we found that extra strength acetaminophen caplets cost $6.26 per pack, but the price can be affected by the strength, brand, and type of capsule.

By Talor Bianchini