Most consumers feel unsure about taking new medications despite receiving directions from a physician,

The findings indicate that 66% of consumers with issues regarding their new prescriptions cite anxiety about a lack of time with their physician at the point of care. Respondents also stated that they preferred to receive instructions on usage and potential side effects via a short online video from their physician rather than through written materials. Beyond the clinical concerns regarding prescription drugs, 64% of respondents said they would pre-pay out-of-pocket for a discounted rate and more than 75% stated that they have tried to receive discounts or coupons for new prescriptions. The survey's findings were in line with a DrFirst survey from October that analyzed prescription drug price pressures on consumer decisions and determined that consumers would benefit both clinically and financially from low-price or discounted options at the pharmacy. https://www.medpagetoday.com/publichealthpolicy/generalprofessionalissues/77774?xid=nl_mpt_DHE_2019-02-04&eun=g721819d0r?xid%3Dnl_mpt_DHE_2019-02-04&eun=g721819d0r&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=NEW%20Daily%20Headlines%20Email_TestB%202019-02-04&utm_term=DHE_NewTemplate_TestB_012019