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Originally Posted by suzyqz_2007
I don't have insurance and the Lexapro costs almost $100 a month. I've been paying it because I've had success with it and was afraid to try something else. Neuro suggested Celexa and I can get it through the MS Clinic for $5. I get so confused with all these meds! But when it comes to AD's I want to be careful about changing. I appreciate the info. and by the way.....I'm poor too!  
 Susan |
Susan,
We aren't really poor, we just don't have any money.
We can't help it because this MS thing is very expensive.
I have been living on Social Security since 1993. I have told all of my doctor's that I can't afford the expensive meds and I must have either have generic or Patient Courtesy for free from the Pharmaceutical Companies.
I was really embarrased at first but when I had to stop work and start living on SSDI there was no coverage for medication. There were no affordable supplemental plans for anyone but the elderly retired and my company didn't offer coverage since I was only 40ish and not considered "retired".
I discovered during a conversation with my Cardioligist years ago that he had no idea how much the drugs cost. I clued him in and he is the one that told me not to feel bad about my finances and to let the doctors know. He was the first doctor to go directly to the Pharmaceutical Company to get my heart medication for free.
I think you should get the generic Celexa for $5.00. My PCP knew I had been on Zoloft a few years ago and that doctor gave me samples so I wouldn't have to pay. My current PCP said she thought Lexapro generic would be the best for me and she knew it was generic and cheap. I got mine refilled today and my co pay was $6.00 through Medicare D.
We need all the help we can get. Good luck. I hope the Lexapro works as well for you as it does for me.