In this era of higher-priced drugs and complicated healthcare systems, a trip to the pharmacy can be a cause for concern. How much does it cost? How much will insurance cover? What if I don’t have insurance?
Just as some home improvement stores offer free service, some pharmacies offer freebies as an incentive to develop loyal shoppers in a competitive industry.
Here are some of the things you can find for free at certain pharmacies.
1. Drugs and supplements
We detail the four pharmacies that offer free drugs or vitamins in our “4 Pharmacy Networks That Offer Free Medicines”.
We also note that Sam’s Club’s Plus and Kroger Rx Savings Club members may receive certain recipes free of charge.
2. Delivery of recipes
No need to stand in line for your medication or even use the drive-thru. If you can wait a few days, pharmacies ranging from Walmart to HealthWarehouse are offering free delivery options on prescriptions ordered online.
For more options, see “7 More Retailers With Free Prescription Delivery.”
3. Senior discount
You can get 20% off certain purchases if you are 55 and over at Walgreens and 65 and over at Rite Aid.
To take advantage of this offer, sign up for Walgreens’ Balance Rewards program or Rite Aid’s wellness65+ program.
4. Vaccination and immunization
CVS and Walgreens are some of the pharmacies that offer certain vaccinations free to eligible customers, such as flu shots and COVID-19 vaccines and boosters.
5. Liquid medicine flavoring
If you or your child can’t stand the taste of certain liquid medicine, Rite Aid will make it more palatable for free if you are a Rite Aid Rewards member.
6. Prizes
This rewards points program is free to join and can be paid for with free services, discounts, and store credit. Pharmacies that offer it include:
7. Personalized pill packaging
Multidose plans such as those offered by CVS are a great way to track when and how much of a prescription drug you are taking.
8. Health check
With its Project Health, CVS offers free biometric screening to help spot chronic conditions. See the next and nearest one on their schedule.
In addition, the Texas-based HEB store will check your blood pressure and blood glucose free of charge.
