Go North (or South) of The Border

Although there is much controversy about foreign pharmacies selling prescription drugs over the internet, some of them are legitimate companies who can simply afford to sell drugs cheaper. A recent investigation by Eyewitness News revealed that Lipitor costs 164 percent less in Canada than in the US, and Celebrex is almost 500 percent cheaper in Mexico. Genuine foreign pharmacies will ask you for an American prescription and evaluate it through their own medical team. You should be cautious of online companies willing to sell you anything without a prescription. If you live near the border, driving into Canada or Mexico may also be an option.

Split Your Pills

Because prescriptions usually cost the same not matter the dosage, you could buy a bigger strength and split it into two doses. For example, instead of buying ten 50mg-pills, you could buy ten 100mg-pills, split them in half, and get twenty doses for the same price.

This doesn't work with all pills, as some of them shouldn't (or physically can't) be split. This is the case with timed-release medicines, drugs that require a precise dose (such as seizure or heart medication), and anything that comes in a capsule. Consult with your doctor about the possibility, as it could save you 50 percent of your monthly costs. If your doctor approves, buy a pill splitter at your local pharmacy for about $5 to make the task as stress-free as possible.