Save Money on Telehealth Prescriptions

10 Ways to Save on Telehealth Prescriptions

1. Always Choose Generic Medications

Savings: 85-95%

Brand-name vs generic costs:

• Viagra: $70/pill → Sildenafil: $2-8/pill
• Cialis: $70/pill → Tadalafil: $3-10/pill
• Propecia: $80/month → Finasteride: $10-30/month

Generic medications are FDA-approved, equally effective, and dramatically cheaper.

Action: Always request generic when available.

2. Buy in Bulk (3-6 Month Supply)

Savings: 10-30%

Most telehealth services offer discounts for:

• 3-month supply: 10-15% off
• 6-month supply: 20-30% off

Example:

• Monthly: $50/month = $600/year
• 6-month supply: $40/month = $480/year
• Savings: $120/year

Action: Order larger quantities if you know you’ll use them.

3. Compare Telehealth Platforms

Savings: $20-100/month

Price comparison for ED treatment:

• Hims: $2-8 per dose (cheapest)
• Ro: $2-10 per dose
• BlueChew: $3-9 per dose
• Traditional pharmacy: $15-30 per generic dose

Action: Shop around before committing. Different services have different pricing.

4. Use HSA or FSA Funds

Savings: 20-30% through tax benefits

Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) can pay for:

• Prescription medications
• Telehealth consultations
• Lab testing
• Medical weight loss programs

How it saves money:

• Pre-tax dollars = effective 20-30% discount
• Example: $100/month medication costs only $70-80 after tax savings

Action: Use your HSA/FSA debit card for telehealth purchases.

5. Look for First-Time Customer Discounts

Savings: $20-100 first order

Most services offer:

• 20-50% off first order
• Free shipping on first order
• Trial periods at reduced rates

Action: Check for promo codes before ordering. Search “[Service Name] promo code” or check their homepage.

6. Subscribe for Auto-Refills (Then Monitor)

Savings: 10-20%

Subscription benefits:

• Automatic discounts
• Free shipping
• Priority customer service
• No order minimums

Important: Can cancel anytime, so subscribe for discount then manage as needed.

Action: Sign up for subscription, set calendar reminder to evaluate if still needed.

7. Use Compounded Medications When Appropriate

Savings: 70-85% for some medications

Biggest savings for:

• GLP-1 weight loss drugs:
  • Brand Wegovy: $1,300/month
  • Compounded semaglutide: $200-400/month
  • Savings: $900-1,100/month

Action: Ask if compounded version available for expensive medications.

8. Skip Unnecessary Add-Ons

Savings: $20-100/month

Avoid:

• Premium shipping if not urgent ($10-30)
• Optional supplements ($30-60/month)
• Unnecessary consultation upgrades ($50-100)
• Expedited processing fees ($20-40)

Action: Stick to what you actually need. Standard shipping is usually fast enough (2-5 days).

9. Combine Treatments with One Provider

Savings: $30-80/month

Bundle discounts:

• Some services offer discounts for multiple treatments
• Save on shipping with combined orders
• Single consultation fee covers multiple prescriptions

Example:

• ED + Hair Loss through one provider: $70/month combined
• Separate providers: $50 + $40 = $90/month
• Savings: $20/month

Action: If you need multiple treatments, use one platform for all.

10. Time Your Orders Strategically

Savings: Variable

Strategic timing:

• Black Friday / holiday sales (20-30% off)
• New Year promotions (January)
• End of quarter sales
• New customer promotions

Action: Stock up during promotional periods if you’re a long-term user.

Biggest Money Wasters to Avoid

❌ Paying for Brand-Name When Generic Available

Wasted: $50-70 per prescription

❌ Monthly Orders Instead of Bulk

Wasted: $10-30/month

❌ Not Shopping Around

Wasted: $20-100/month

❌ Paying for Unnecessary Expedited Shipping

Wasted: $10-30 per order

❌ Using Traditional Doctor + Pharmacy Instead of Telehealth

Wasted: $100-300/month

Real-World Savings Examples

ED Treatment

Expensive approach:

• Traditional doctor visit: $150
• Brand Viagra at pharmacy: $70 x 10 = $700
• Total: $850

Smart approach:

• Hims free consultation
• Generic sildenafil: $40/month
• Total: $40
• Savings: $810 (95%)

Hair Loss Treatment

Expensive approach:

• Dermatologist visit: $200
• Brand Propecia: $80/month x 12 = $960
• Total: $1,160/year

Smart approach:

• Keeps telehealth: Free consultation
• Generic finasteride: $20/month x 12 = $240
• Total: $240/year
• Savings: $920 (79%)

Weight Loss (GLP-1)

Expensive approach:

• Brand Wegovy: $1,300/month x 12 = $15,600/year

Smart approach:

• Compounded semaglutide: $300/month x 12 = $3,600/year
• Savings: $12,000 (77%)

How Much Can You Actually Save?

By implementing these strategies:

Conservative estimate:

• Generic instead of brand: Save $500-1,000/year
• Bulk buying: Save $100-200/year
• Choosing affordable platform: Save $200-500/year
• Using HSA/FSA: Save $150-300/year
• Total savings: $950-2,000/year

Aggressive savings (all strategies):

• Could save $2,000-5,000+/year depending on treatments

The Bottom Line

Follow these strategies to maximize savings:

1. ✅ Always use generic medications
2. ✅ Buy 3-6 month supplies
3. ✅ Compare platforms (Hims often cheapest for ED/hair)
4. ✅ Use HSA/FSA funds
5. ✅ Look for first-time discounts
6. ✅ Subscribe for auto-refill discounts
7. ✅ Use compounded for expensive drugs (GLP-1s)
8. ✅ Skip unnecessary add-ons
9. ✅ Combine treatments with one provider
10. ✅ Time orders for promotions

You can access quality men’s health treatment affordably with smart strategies.

Most important: Choose generic, compare services, and buy in bulk. These three alone save 70-90%.

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Prices and promotions subject to change. Always verify current pricing with providers.