8 ways to lower your prescription drug costs

With a bit of research and a strategy for finding discounts, you can save on prescription drugs.

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Look into Discount cards

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If you can save enough to make the switch worthwhile, dole out your prescriptions among more than one pharmacy.

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Ask for generic

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Order a 90-day supply

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