Impact of U.S. Trade Policy on Prescription Drug Prices
Linda Klonsky, like many Americans, has been purchasing her prescription eye drops from a Canadian pharmacy at an affordable cost of $250 for a three-month supply.
Abrupt Changes in Prescription Orders due to Trade Edict
However, the scenario changed abruptly late this summer when it was time for her to reorder her medication. The Trump administration’s latest trade edict provoked a halt in international postal services, causing them to suspend shipments to the United States.
Increased Prescription Drug Costs and Limited Options
With limited options, the 75-year-old was forced to turn to a CVS Pharmacy near her Silver Spring, Maryland home. She bought a similar 30-day supply of eye drops for $740 — nearly nine times what she had been paying. The sudden increase in prescription drug coverage costs due to changes in international trade agreements exemplifies the challenges many Americans are facing in accessing affordable healthcare.
Navigating High Prescription Drug Prices
It’s crucial to understand how these policy changes can affect you and to explore alternatives to manage these rising costs. Visit our Affordable Prescription Options page to learn more about how you can navigate these changes.
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