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In the United States there are many resources to patients lower costs of medications including generic drug programs, and co-pay assistance programs and patient assistance programs.

Out of pocket cost for a patient who is enrolled in the generic program is around $3-4 for a 30-day supply. [1] Patient can visit NeedyMeds to find pharmacies in their area that offer generic drug programs. Some common programs include Walgreen's, CVS, Costco and Walmart[1].

Co-pay assistance programs are program to help patient lower costs of specialty medications: i.e medications that are on restricted formulary, limited distribution, and no generics are available. [2] These medications can include HIV, hepatitis C, and multiple sclerosis. RxAssist has a list of foundations that provide co-pay assistance programs. It is important to note that Co-pay assistance programs are for the under insured patients. Patients without insurance are not eligible for this resource, however they may be eligible for patient assistance programs.

Patient assistance programs are funded by the manufacturer of the medication. Patients can often apply into these programs through the manufacturer's website. [2] or patients can utilize RxAssist to find the appropriate program. This type of assistance program is one of the few options for the uninsured patient.

The out of pocket costs for patients enrolled in co-pay assistance or patient assistance programs are $0. It is a major resource to help lower costs of medications however, many providers and patients are not aware of the resources.

1: http://www.needymeds.org/DiscountDrugProgram.taf?_function=list&state=California

2: http://www.rxassist.org/providers/resources