Simplifying Prescription Formulation for More Cost-Effective Pain Management
Background:
The way a medicine is made and packaged can impact its cost. For example, the suppository formulation of a commonly used medicine is very expensive, but the oral capsule formulation is inexpensive. Affordability of prescription drugs is an important part of regimen adherence.
Opportunity:
We identified a member within a unionized school district that was prescribed a unique suppository formulation of a common anti-inflammatory drug.
Result:
Our pharmacy team felt a conversation was warranted with the prescriber given the cost of the regimen prescribed. The prescriber decided to switch the patient to the oral capsule, avoiding significant cost for the client.
Savings:
Annual Client Savings: $81,000
Annual Member Savings: $400
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Results may vary based on formulary design. Past results do not guarantee future results.