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BuzzRx State of Our Health Report: October 2024
BuzzRx compiled national medication insights relating to October awareness month themes, from January 1, 2023, through August 1, 2024, providing an in-depth analysis of emerging trends in prescriptions filled across the country from mental health to bone health.
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Nationally, females ages 30 - 39 fill the most mental health prescriptions.
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BuzzRx customers searched for and filled menopause-related medications that contained estradiol (in various forms and doses) more than any other treatment.
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Dextroamphetamine-amphetamine (Adderall) is the most filled medication to help treat ADHD in all fifty states.
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Chemotherapy medications had the highest number of prescriptions filled nationally, while hormonal (endocrine) therapy had the highest potential for cost savings.
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Alendronate dominated prescriptions filled nationwide for bone health, even compared with other bisphosphonates.
The State of Mental Health
Medications used to treat depression and anxiety had both the highest number of prescriptions filled and the highest potential for cost savings compared to other categories of mental health medications.
Most Filled Mental Health Prescriptions with BuzzRx
Nationally, Who Is Filling the Most Mental Health Prescriptions?
BuzzRx data found the city and state that filled the most mental health prescriptions were Chicago, Illinois, and Florida respectively. The population that filled the most mental health prescriptions was females ages 30-39.
What Is Your State’s Mental Health Prescription of Choice?
| Alprazolam (Xanax) | Fluoxetine (Prozac) | Gabapentin (Neurontin) | Sertraline (Zoloft) |
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Florida |
Colorado |
Alaska |
Arkansas |
The Top 5 Most Commonly Searched Mental Health Medications on BuzzRx
BuzzRx users searched for lower prices on these five mental health medications more than any others, and BuzzRx helped customers save nearly $157 million on the most commonly filled mental health medications overall.
| Medication | Average Retail Price | Average Price Using BuzzRx | Average Savings Using BuzzRx | Average Savings % Using BuzzRx |
| 1. Sertraline (Zoloft) | $21.85 | $59.22 | 71% Off | |
| 2. Escitalopram oxalate (Lexapro) | $25.89 | $82.14 | 75% Off | |
| 3. Bupropion HCl (Wellbutrin) | $28.00 | $141.90 | 81% Off | |
| 4. Gabapentin (Neurontin) | $18.57 | $79.16 | 78% Off | |
| 5. Fluoxetine (Prozac) | $24.83 | $50.59 | 64% Off |
Where Can You Save the Most on Mental Health Medications Using BuzzRx?
BuzzRx customers consistently saved more on antidepressants nationwide at CVS Pharmacy; however, they saved more on anti-anxiety medications, antipsychotics, beta-blockers, and anticonvulsants at Walgreens.
The State of Menopause
While hormone replacement therapy options were the most filled prescriptions for menopause nationwide, medications for vaginal symptoms had the highest potential for cost savings.
Most Filled Prescriptions Related to Menopause With BuzzRx
- Estradiol (Vagifem): Vaginal Tablet
- Estradiol (Estrace): Oral Tablet
- Estradiol (Yuvafem): Vaginal Cream
What Is Your State’s Menopause Therapy of Choice?
California, Texas, and Florida lead the nation in prescriptions filled for menopause-related medications – they were also among the top U.S. states with the largest populations of women ages 50 and older.
| Estradiol (Vagifem) - Vaginal tablet | Estradiol (Estrace) - Oral tablet | Estradiol (Yuvafem) - Vaginal cream |
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Hawaii |
Alaska |
Connecticut |
Nationally, Who Is Filling the Most Prescriptions to Treat Menopause?
BuzzRx data found the city and state that filled the most prescriptions to treat menopause were New York, New York, and California respectively. The population that filled the most prescriptions to treat menopause was females ages 60-69.
Estradiol: The Most Popular Menopause-Related Medication on BuzzRx
BuzzRx customers searched for menopause-related medications that contained estradiol (in various forms and doses) and filled prescriptions for them more than other treatments. BuzzRx helped customers save nearly $3.6 million on menopause-related medications.
| Menopause-Related Medications Containing Estradiol | ||
| Activella (Tablet) | Estring (Vaginal Ring) | Prempro (Tablet) |
| Climara (Transdermal Patch) | EstroGel (Vaginal Cream) | Vagifem (Vaginal Tablet) |
| CombiPatch (Transdermal Patch) | Femring (Vaginal Ring) | Vivelle-Dot (Transdermal Patch) |
| Estrace (Tablet) | Premarin (Tablet) | |
| Estrace (Vaginal Cream) | Premarin (Vaginal Cream) | |
Where Can You Save the Most on Menopause-Related Medications Using BuzzRx?
Nationally, BuzzRx customers consistently saved more on hormone replacement therapy at CVS Pharmacy, whereas, customers saved more on medications for vaginal symptoms at Walgreens.
The State of ADHD
Stimulants had both the highest number of prescriptions filled nationally and the highest potential for cost savings compared to non-stimulant medications.
What Is Your State’s ADHD Prescription of Choice?
BuzzRx data found that dextroamphetamine-amphetamine (Adderall) was the most-filled medication for ADHD in all 50 states. Despite nationwide shortages, Adderall and methylphenidate dominated prescriptions filled for ADHD.
Nationally, Who Is Filling the Most ADHD Prescriptions?
BuzzRx data found the city and state that filled the most prescriptions to treat ADHD from January 1, 2023, through August 1, 2024, were Chicago, Illinois, and Texas, respectively. The population that filled the most prescriptions to treat menopause was females ages 30-39.
The Top 4 Most Commonly Searched ADHD Medications on BuzzRx
BuzzRx users searched for lower prices on these four ADHD medications more than any others, and BuzzRx helped customers save nearly $71.4 million on ADHD medications overall.
| Medication | Average Retail Price | Average Price Using BuzzRx | Average Savings Using BuzzRx | Average Savings % Using BuzzRx |
| 1. Dextroamphetamine-amphetamine (Adderall) | $36.03 | $111.22 | 72% Off | |
| 2. Atomoxetine (Strattera) | $52.10 | $350.74 | 87% Off | |
| 3. Guanfacine (Intuniv) | $34.18 | $261.29 | 86% Off | |
| 4. Methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta) | $51.60 | $171.42 | 74% Off |
Where Can You Save the Most on ADHD Medications Using BuzzRx?
BuzzRx cardholders consistently saved more on stimulants for the treatment of ADHD nationwide at CVS Pharmacy and saved more on non-stimulant medications at Walgreens.
The State of Breast Cancer
Chemotherapy medications had the highest number of prescriptions filled nationally, while hormonal (endocrine) therapy had the highest potential for cost savings.
Most Filled Prescriptions Related To Breast Cancer
Most Commonly-Filled Breast Cancer-Related Medication by State
| Letrozole (Femara) | Methotrexate (Trexall) | Fluorouracil (Carac, Efudex) |
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Connecticut |
Alabama |
Colorado |
Nationally, Who Is Filling the Most Prescriptions to Treat Breast Cancer?
BuzzRx data found the city and state that filled the most prescriptions to treat breast cancer were Houston, Texas, and Florida, respectively. The population that filled the most prescriptions to treat breast cancer was females ages 60-69.
Top Cities Filling Breast Cancer-Related Prescriptions By Category
| Hormonal (Endocrine) Therapy | Chemotherapy | Immunotherapy |
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The Top 5 Most Commonly Searched Breast Cancer-Related Medications on BuzzRx
BuzzRx users searched for lower prices on these five breast cancer-related medications more than any others, and BuzzRx helped customers save more than $2.7 million on breast cancer-related medications overall.
| Medication | Average Retail Price | Average Price Using BuzzRx | Average Savings Using BuzzRx | Average Savings % Using BuzzRx |
| 1. Methotrexate sodium | $28.09 | $57.27 | 66% Off | |
| 2. Anastrozole (Arimidex) | $29.07 | $169.93 | 85% Off | |
| 3. Letrozole (Femara) | $29.91 | $186.39 | 84% Off | |
| 4. Fluorouracil (5-FU) | $58.31 | $106.68 | 65% Off | |
| 5. Tamoxifen (Nolvadex) | $40.99 | $78.23 | 65% Off |
The State of Our Bone Health
Bisphosphonates had the highest number of prescriptions filled nationally and the highest potential for cost savings compared to other categories of bone health medications.
Most Filled Bone Health Prescriptions
- Raloxifene (Evista)
- Risedronate (Actonel)
- Alendronate (Fosamax)
- Ibandronate (Boniva)
What Is Your State’s Bone Health Prescription of Choice?
Alendronate dominated prescriptions filled nationwide for bone health, even compared with other bisphosphonates.
| Raloxifene (Evista) | Risedronate (Actonel) | Alendronate (Fosamax) | Ibandronate (Boniva) |
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Hawaii |
Wyoming |
Alabama |
Alaska |
Nationally, Who Is Filling the Most Bone Health Prescriptions?
BuzzRx data found the city and state that filled the most bone health prescriptions were Houston, Texas, and Florida respectively. The population that filled the most prescriptions to treat breast cancer was females ages 60-69. These findings are the same demographics as breast cancer-related medications.
The Top 5 Most Commonly Searched Bone Health Medications on BuzzRx
BuzzRx users searched for lower prices on these five bone health medications more than any others, and BuzzRx helped customers save more than $2 million on bone health medications overall.
| Medication | Average Retail Price | Average Price Using BuzzRx | Average Savings Using BuzzRx | Average Savings % Using BuzzRx |
| 1. Alendronate (Fosamax) | $30.87 | $71.23 | 69% Off | |
| 2. Risedronate (Actonel) | $71.45 | $361.82 | 83% Off | |
| 3. Ibandronate (Boniva) | $48.73 | $316.07 | 81% Off | |
| 4. Calcitonin (Miacalcin/Fortical) | $52.52 | $79.69 | 60% Off | |
| 5. Teriparitide (Forteo) | $3,332.10 | $1,528.79 | 31% Off |
Where Can You Save the Most on Bone Health Medications Using BuzzRx?
BuzzRx cardholders consistently saved more money on all bone health-related prescription medications nationwide at CVS Pharmacy.
Appendix
Methodology of research:
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All findings in this report are based on research conducted by BuzzRx’s internal data network team. Analysts researched several prescription medication categories from January 1, 2023, to August 1, 2024.
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Prescription medications for each category topic can be found in the appendix HERE.
About BuzzRx
BuzzRx is a free prescription discount service that offers ready-to-use prescription discount cards, coupons, and a mobile app to help individuals save on their medications. With a focus on affordability and accessibility, BuzzRx provides significant discounts of up to 80% on prescription drugs at over 60,000 participating pharmacies, making healthcare more affordable for everyone. Plus, BuzzRx helps make communities stronger and healthier through its nonprofit partnerships by donating to local organizations when customers save on prescriptions.
How Does BuzzRx Work?
BuzzRx works directly with pharmacies to negotiate lower prescription prices for their users. To save with BuzzRx, look up your prescription medication on BuzzRx.com or the free mobile app. Enter your zip code and search for your medication by strength and quantity. Compare discounted prices across pharmacy chains and select the coupon with the lowest price. Present your discount coupon at the pharmacy and save every time you fill or refill your prescription.
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