Publix expands free prescription program to boost adherence
LAKELAND, Fla. — Publix Pharmacies on Tuesday expanded its offerings of free prescription medicines to include 90-day prescriptions of metformin, Lisinopril and amlodipine to customers with a prescription for the medications. Previously, 30-day supplies of the medications were offered for free with a prescription.
The program enhancement is being made to assist medication adherence, Publix noted.
“The Publix Pharmacy continues to enhance our free medications programs to best serve the needs of our customers,” stated Maria Brous, director media and community relations Publix. “With health care and prescription costs continuing to rise, medication adherence may prove challenging. The enhancement to our free prescription programs and pharmacy services allows our customers to focus on staying healthy and achieving their overall wellness goals.”
The free medications offered, treatment and dosages include:
Lisinopril — an ACE inhibitor used to prevent, treat or improve symptoms of high blood pressure, certain heart conditions, diabetes and certain chronic kidney conditions. Maximum of 90-day supply (up to 180 tablets). Lisinopril-HCTZ combination products excluded;
Metformin — a medication used to treat diabetes. Maximum of 90-day supply of generic immediate-release metformin (up to 360 500-mg tablets, 270 850-mg or 225 1000-mg); and
Amlodipine — a calcium-channel blocker commonly used to treat high blood pressure and angina (chest pain). Maximum of 90-day supply (up to 180 2.5-mg or 5-mg tablets, or 90 10-mg tablets). Amlodipine combination products are excluded.