Why Are Medications Cheaper to Buy in Canada?
Why Are Medications Cheaper to Buy in Canada? A question from a reader and the topic of a discussion at a recent dinner party: Why are prescription medications less expensive in Canada than in the U.S.?Answer: Prescription Medications Are Cheaper in Canada Many prescription medications are less expensive in Canada than in the U.S. The difference in price can be substantial. The following are some recent examples from legitimate online pharmacies in the U.S. and Canada: In the U.S., a 30-day supply of Diovan-80mg (valsartan), a medication used to treat high blood pressure, cost $87. In Canada, the cost was $33. In the U.S., a 30-day supply of Lipitor-20mg (atorvastatin), a medication used to help lower cholesterol, cost $135. In Canada, the cost was $67. In the U.S., a 30-day supply of Flomax (tamsulosin), a med
