Managing prescription refills while you're over the road.

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?

 

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.

 

Use a national pharmacy chain, like CVS or Walgreens or Walmart.

Prescriptions on the Road

 

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

 

That's an excellent link.

 

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.

 

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!

 

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

 

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.

 

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