On January 4th 2011 I had two prescriptions filled at Walgreens in Show Low Arizona. These prescriptions were for 30 tablets of Tamsulosin 0.4MG and 30 tablets of Finasteride 5MG. I was charged $186.98 for these generic drugs. When checking out I questioned the amount I was charged and was told this is Walgreens "CASH" price and there was not a lower price.
When I left Walgreens with my prescriptions I felt I had been screwed for generic drugs so I went across the street to Wal Mart to obtain a price quote on the same two identical prescriptions. The quote from (((competitor's name redacted))) was $87.72 for both prescriptions.
I left (((redacted))) and went back to Walgreens question why I was charged $99 more than (((redacted))) and I was told by the Pharmacy Manager that (((redacted))) was selling these two drugs as "Lost Leader" and there was nothing Walgreens could do about matching (((redacted))). I don't believe (((redacted))) is in the business of loosing money.
I you are having a prescription filled or refilled get a quote from (((competitor's name redacted))) before ordering.
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United States of America#2Consumer Suggestion
Fri, October 12, 2012
The pharmacy of the competitor you went to has never made a net profit for their company. Their business model involves selling prescriptions at a loss to get people in the door. They have determined that, as a whole (not necessarily on an individual basis), people will spend more money while waiting for their prescription than would be made charging similarly to other major pharmacy chains.
Wagmgr
Beaverton,#3General Comment
Wed, January 26, 2011
Have you looked into the Prescription Savings Club at Walgreens? Not all drugs are covered, but many are offered at reduced prices.
I can't speak for the pricing structure at the competitor you listed, but it is not uncommon for some of the "big" stores to sell prescriptions at a loss, since it is such a small slice of their business. Although sometimes I can save money with the competitor you listed, I also have to wait an extremely long time and do not feel that my interaction with the pharmacist is customized to my situation.
When I fill at Walgreens, I am usually able to drop off my prescription, walk around the store for 15 minutes, and I receive a text message when it is ready. Then the Walgreens pharmacist (who knows me by name) is able to give me a customized consultation based on my medication history. I may save a couple of dollars switching to someone else, but I'd prefer the speedy and thorough service I get through my Walgreens.
Taygen
United States of America#4Consumer Comment
Thu, January 20, 2011
I used to get my generic prescription for my blood pressure medication at Walgreens and it cost around $30 for a one month supply. I've visited several competitor's stores since then and I only pay $10 for it now... magically. I had no choice but to have it filled at Walgreens again recently and I had to pay $30 for it again. Why is this? Does anyone have a legitimate answer?