Managing prescription refills while you're over the road.

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Munch75, Aug 29, 2021.

  1. Munch75

    Munch75 Light Load Member

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    Hello, new to trucking and the forum. A question that has become instantly a problem I am unsure how to manage. Prescription refills. I am out of state with a trainer at the moment and one of my refills need to happen soon.....
    How do OTR folks handle prescription refills?
     
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  3. Moosetek13

    Moosetek13 Road Train Member

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    I used to go to Walmart when it was covered by BCBS, but then it changed to CVS. Now I have to time home times correctly because there are very few CVS's that a big rig can get in to.
     
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    tarmadilo Road Train Member

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  5. Chinatown

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    I use Walmart Pharmacy. Can get refills in any state and Walmart can also mail them to you.
     
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  6. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    That's an excellent link.
     
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  7. JoeTruck

    JoeTruck Heavy Load Member

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    Ask your doctor for a 90 day supply.
    Use Walmart or chain.
    My BP meds are $30 for 90 days with insurance $58 without so I bought it once without and have a 6 month supply just in case.
     
  8. Moose1958

    Moose1958 Road Train Member

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    I know drugs like statins are VERY expensive, but I would suggest getting 90-day supplies of everything! You should be near "home" at least 2 times during those 90s days. Also, try to have all your meds needing to be refilled at the same time. If you have a relative to get them for you and arrange a place they can send them is another option. This is not a serious problem for OTR drivers. You will find a system that works for you!
     
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  9. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    I also get 3 mos. at a time through Walmart.
     
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  10. Moose1958

    Moose1958 Road Train Member

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    I have 24 things I get via RX from the VA. All but one. I take versed in syrup form (off-label use this is not supposed to be used at home) for seizure control. The VA won't let me have it. My non-VA neurologist writes this and I get it from a legal source I prefer to not disclose.
     
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  11. Chinatown

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    I understand. I get some from drugs-med.com and been using that site for probably 25 years.
     
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