Some prescription refills will cost more in January

Many people are already feeling the strain of rising health care costs — and now some prescription refills are set to get more expensive when the new year begins.

Several commonly used medications will see price hikes in January, according to SavingAdvice.com. These include treatments for chronic conditions that patients rely on month after month, leaving many to wonder how far their budgets will stretch.

Why do these increases keep happening?

Drugmakers often adjust their prices at the start of the year. Insurance formularies also change, shifting some medications into more expensive tiers or requiring higher copays. For anyone managing a chronic condition, those adjustments matter immediately.

If you’re concerned about rising costs, here are a few steps that may help:

• Ask your doctor about alternatives. Sometimes a lower-cost option or generic may be available.
• Review your pharmacy benefits. Prices can differ depending on whether you use retail, mail-order, or a preferred pharmacy.

Most importantly, remember you’re not alone. Many people across the country are speaking up about how prescription costs affect their physical and financial well-being. Have rising drug prices affected your household? Share your story with Voices for Affordable Health.

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