Affordable Solutions for Fibromyalgia Medication
Originally Published 2 years ago — by OregonLive
A 70-year-old woman with fibromyalgia expresses her struggle with the high cost of medications such as Lyrica, Cymbalta, and Savella, which are now out of her financial reach. Despite diet changes and exercise providing marginal relief, she finds herself without help and options for relief during flare-ups. Dr. Keith Roach, a physician, acknowledges the challenges faced by patients with fibromyalgia and emphasizes the importance of managing diet, exercise, and sleep. He suggests considering older and cheaper medications like tricyclic antidepressants, which can be more effective than newer options. Additionally, he recommends exploring prescription-drug savings programs like GoodRx or SingleCare, as well as the Cost Plus Drug Company online, to obtain medications at significantly reduced prices. However, he notes that newer and expensive drugs may not be available at such discounts through these programs.